About the Okka The Thoratappa temple near the Keethianda Ballyamane was burned and its idols desecrated, with fragments still found in a nearby stream. Kalaiah and his aunt were imprisoned in Piriyapatna, but she helped him… read more »
Ainmanes stand as ancestral abodes for Kodagu’s native communities, each affiliated with a distinct Okka . These traditional houses exhibit a unique Koḍagu architectural style, reflecting a heritage dating back 150 to 450 years. Over time, they have evolved, encapsulating the essence of earlier eras. The Ainmanes not only serve as physical manifestations of historical roots but also showcase the rich cultural and architectural legacy of Kodagu, embodying a timeless connection between the present and the bygone centuries.
About the Okka The Thoratappa temple near the Keethianda Ballyamane was burned and its idols desecrated, with fragments still found in a nearby stream. Kalaiah and his aunt were imprisoned in Piriyapatna, but she helped him… read more »
Location Kunda Features The ainmane is of type mund mane with centre oper courtyard. There are two verandas infront with wood panelled walls, hanging lamp, a bhasma kutt, andantlers in the inner veranda. The 9… read more »
Kodava Okkas Affected During the Campaigns of Tipu Sultan in Mysore The late eighteenth century was a turbulent period in the history of Kodagu. During the military campaigns of Tipu Sultan against the Kodagu kingdom,… read more »
Location Arapatt Features Kodira Ainmane, has got 7 rooms with simple and beautiful carvings on doors, windows and aimara. The Kaimada can be found on the same side of the road leading to the Ainmane…. read more »
Location Arapatt Features More than 140 years old, 14 roomed ainmane of Kullachanda Okka built by their ancestor Muddaiah, is of type “Othe Pore” with two verandas, two roofs and a small extension to the… read more »
Location Napoklu Features The Ainmane is of type “Mund Mane” in an old stone paved yard. We can find large well maintained, back and to the north. We can find large well maintained yards to… read more »
Location Nangala Features The 10 roomed Kuppanda Ainmane has got a front yard covered with laterite stones. We can also find a white washed Kall boti and an Ubba at the entrance. The Veranda has… read more »