Kuppanda Okka Origin of the Kuppanda Okka The Kuppanda Okka is a Kodava patrilineal clan traditionally associated with Nangala in Kodagu, Karnataka. Like other Kodava okkas, the Kuppanda Okka historically functioned as a joint family… 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.
Kuppanda Okka Origin of the Kuppanda Okka The Kuppanda Okka is a Kodava patrilineal clan traditionally associated with Nangala in Kodagu, Karnataka. Like other Kodava okkas, the Kuppanda Okka historically functioned as a joint family… read more »
Kuri Kotta ಕುರಿ ಕೊಟ್ಟ್ English Name: Traditional Vibhuthi / Sacred Ash Holder Alternate Names: Bhasma Holder; Vibhuthi Holder Short Description: Kuri Kotta is a traditional wooden hanging container used to hold kuri (bhasma or vibhuthi),… read more »
Kuthik Nippo Kuthik Nippo and Mannk Nippo was a traditional Kodava custom observed to prevent the extinction of an Okka (clan) when no surviving male heir remained. Such situations often arose following wars, epidemics, accidents,… read more »
Kuttichaatha Kuttichaatha is a traditional spirit deity associated with the folk-religious traditions of Kodagu. It forms part of the diverse group of local guardian spirits and supernatural beings that have traditionally been recognised and worshipped… read more »
About On the day of Maadha, people who have stood for Kullik will not cook food; instead food will be cooked by cooks. On the day, kullik Ninda people will get ready by taking bath… read more »
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Makki Sarthav Makki Sarthav belongs to the traditional group of guardian figures known as Sarthav or Sarthavu, which forms part of the older religious and spiritual traditions of Kodagu. The Sarthav tradition is associated with… read more »
Mandanna Moorthy Mandanna Moorthy belongs to the tradition of locally revered guardian spirits and deities of Kodagu. Within the traditional spiritual landscape of the region, such guardian figures are associated with particular villages, Okkas, Sthanas… read more »