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3 Evening Art Forms
Chapter Two · Living Traditions of Kerala

Cultural Programs

“500 years of unbroken art, sacred martial discipline & classical drama”

As twilight descends on the Periyar hills, Elephant Camp transforms into a vibrant temple of the performing arts. Experience UNESCO-honored Kathakali dance-drama, the lightning agility of ancient Kalaripayattu warriors, and a grand Cultural Fusion bringing five regional art forms into a single unforgettable night.

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Show Schedule
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Venues
AC Theater & Arena
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Admission
₹300 – ₹500
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Heritage Status
UNESCO Recognized
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📅 Recommended 3-Hour Evening Cultural Itinerary
attend all three back-to-back for the ultimate Kerala evening…
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Kathakali Drama
AC Theater · ₹300
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6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Kalaripayattu
Kalari Arena · ₹300
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7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cultural Fusion
Cultural Arena · ₹500

Chapter Two Programs

3 classical performances staged every single evening
04 Kathakali Drama 🖼 2 photos
Classical Dance · Chapter Two

Kathakali Drama

✎ arrive early — watch the makeup magic!

A mesmerizing 500-year-old classical dance-drama featuring elaborate chuttu makeup, royal headgear, and profound Netra Abhinaya (eye expression storytelling). Staged inside our climate-controlled air-conditioned theater with pushback seats.

  • ⏱ 1 hour
  • 🕐 5:00 – 6:00 PM
  • 📍 AC Theater
Admission ₹300
Per
Person
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Martial Arts · Chapter Two

Kalaripayattu

✎ the mother of all martial arts!

Witness the sacred 3,000-year-old combat discipline believed to have inspired Kung Fu across Asia. Master Gurukkals demonstrate breathtaking acrobatics, lightning-fast unarmed strikes, and lethal weapons like the urumi flexible sword and fire routines.

  • ⏱ 1 hour
  • 🕐 6:00 – 7:00 PM
  • 📍 Kalari Arena
Admission ₹300
Per
Person
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Fusion Show · Chapter Two

Cultural Fusion Show

✎ five art forms, one magical evening!

The grand evening spectacle. A choreographed journey presenting Kathakali (Pacha, Minuk, and Kari characters), fiery Theyyam ritual art, graceful Mohiniyattam, and Bharatanatyam, performed with live orchestra and English audio narration.

  • ⏱ 1 hour
  • 🕐 7:00 – 8:00 PM
  • 📍 Cultural Arena
Admission ₹500
Per
Person
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