Chowri-aat (ಚೌರಿಯಾಟ್) From Leaves to the Chowri Chowriya-aat is a traditional Kodava dance distinguished today by the use of the chowri, the flowing yak-hair whisk traditionally associated with ceremonial and royal settings.The graceful movement of… read more »
Codava Makkada Coota Codava Makkada Coota an Orgainisation for the kodavas was born for the preservation and growth of the Kodava traditions, culture, language, arts, dance and other practises among the Kodava children. The Coota(organisation)… read more »
CONNECTING KODAVAS In an attempt to trace the deeprooted tradition,culture,rituals and customs of the exotic Kodavas, a few individuals teamed up as “Connecting Kodavas®️” and ventured a comprehensive study about the Kodava land and it’s socio… read more »
Author Darshan Devaiah Kaiblira (Nelji) . Deva Kett Deva meaning God , Kett refers to restrictions. This is a period of restrictions implemented on a village, naad or whole Kodag depending on the reach of… read more »
Dholl — 1. Object Name Dholl 2. Kodava Name Dholl 3. English Name Traditional Drum 4. Alternate Names The instrument may also be referred to as a ceremonial drum in descriptions of traditional Kodava music…. read more »
Dhudi ದುಡಿ The Traditional Kodava Hand Drum The Dhudi, also known as Dudi or Thudi, is a small, hourglass-shaped hand drum that holds an important place in the musical and oral traditions of the Kodavas… read more »
Dr. Rekha Vasanth is a distinguished academic and Author from Kodagu who currently serves as an Associate Professor of Kannada at the University of Mysore. With nearly three decades of teaching and research experience, her… read more »
Eli Kathari Traditional Mouse Trap The Eli Kathari is a traditional mouse trap once used in Kodava households and agricultural spaces to control rodents.Simple in design yet practical in purpose, it reflects the resourcefulness of… read more »