Bindige 1. Object Name Bindige 2. Kodava Name Bindige 3. English Name Traditional Water Pot / Water Vessel 4. Alternate Names Water pot, water-carrying vessel. The earthen version was traditionally known as Kudke, rather than… read more »
Kodagu, nestled in Karnataka, India, holds a storied history dating back centuries. Originally called Kodaimalenadu, it was ruled by various dynasties, including the Gangas and Cholas. The region’s unique martial tradition, embodied by the Kodava community, played a role in shaping its cultural identity. Kodagu became an independent state under the Haleri dynasty in the 17th century, later coming under British control. Post-independence, it integrated into the Indian Union. The timeline of Kodagu’s history is intricately detailed on https://kodavaclan.com/kodaguheritage/timeline-on-kodagu-kodavas/, offering a comprehensive journey through the region’s cultural evolution, historical milestones, and interactions with colonial powers, enriching its dynamic present.
Bindige 1. Object Name Bindige 2. Kodava Name Bindige 3. English Name Traditional Water Pot / Water Vessel 4. Alternate Names Water pot, water-carrying vessel. The earthen version was traditionally known as Kudke, rather than… read more »
Biraali Potti (ಬಿರಾಲಿ ಪೊಟ್ಟಿ) Biraali Potti is a traditional cane storage unit used for keeping clothes and household textiles. Made by skilled artisans from locally available cane, it was a practical storage article found in… read more »
One of the Baloo paats sung during the Bisu Changrandhi celebrations Author Kaibulira Devaiah Source Extracted from Uyya Paat and Puthari Paat ancient ballads. Baloo Paat Bisu Changrandhi (Admyar Ondh) Meenyar Poakl Admyar Edhpl Neththi… read more »
About A part of the “Aipani” the five types of work carried out in paddy fields during the rainy season, Ploughing is the process in farming, to loosen the soil, Sowing is the process of planting seeds… read more »
About Bolcha is lamp made of several sizes and shapes Variants Mann Bolcha Lamp Made of Mud / Clay Kall Bolcha Lamp Made of stone Kachi Bolcha Lamp Made of Bronze or alloys Took Bolcha… read more »
Bolcha Paarr (ಬೊಳ್ಚ ಪಾರ್) Bolcha Paarr is a traditional wooden lamp holder used to house and support a small oil lamp. It was usually fixed directly onto the wall of a traditional Kodava home, providing… read more »
Boolokathra janma Author of the page Uluvangada Cauvery Udaya Author of the book Uluvangada Cauvery Udaya About the book This was the ninth book of the author in Kodava language. Essay about human life. Content… read more »
The Kodava couple in their traditional attire makes a beautiful picture, and their clothes are as impressive as the land to which they belong. The Mangalakara and Mangalakarthi are dressed in their finest attire and… read more »