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 »
Kupya Kodavas stand out in a crowd because of their distinctive attire. A Kodava man’s traditional formal attire is called Kupya. About Kupya is a collarless, short-sleeved coat wrap-around that reaches below the knees and worn by Kodava… 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 »
Kuyib “Kuyib” is reffered to Eyebrows in Kodava thakk. About They are the major facial feature which have the facilitative function in expressing emotions such as surprise or anger.
List of Relationships (Kodava Thakk) Kodava Thakk has a rich and detailed kinship system that reflects the strong family and okka traditions of the Kodava community. Each term clearly identifies relationships based on lineage, age,… read more »
Madd Thoppu (Justicia wynaadensis) Madd Thoppu (Justicia wynaadensis), locally known as Moddu Soppu in Kannada, is a medicinal herb belonging to the Acanthaceae family. It grows naturally in the forests and hilly regions of Kodagu… read more »
Mandara poo Kodava movie was released in the year 1993 Director S R Rajan Cast Geoffrey Chengappa Shyla Bopaiah