An Ancient Martial Art – Kalaripayattu
Kalaripayattu is the ancient martial art of the State. It is considered as the forerunner of Karate & Kung-fu. The art is trained in an enclosure called 'Kalari', which is 21 feet by 42 feet. Kalaripayattu has strongly influenced the evolution of several of Kerala's theatre and dance forms, most prominently Kathakali and Theyyam.

