Olappamanna Mana , one of the centuries old feudal Namboothiri (Kerala Brahamin) Illam (house) , have a glittering cultural heritage in the field of Kathakali (classical dance form) , Carnatic Music, Melam and Thayampaka (classical percussions) , Literature and Rig Veda.

The twist of events in the course of history will make certain happenings inevitable. The latter half of Twentieth century witnessed unbridled sweeping changes in the socio-cultural and economic life in Kerala.
Kerala's splendor in varied forms of fine arts is an internationally acclaimed one. No adjective is enough to describe the contributions made by the then Feudal Namboothiris

Olappamanna is the family name of feudal lords. They belong to priestly Brahmin Caste of Kerala, namely Namboothiris. Mana means Home of Kerala Brahmins in Malayalam.

They were immensely rich till the land reforms act was implemented in Kerala during 1965-70. They were patrons of art forms like Kathakali, Percussions, Classical Music, Literature, Vedic and Sanskrit education.

Accommodation -

Fully Automatic Washing Machine and Electric Iron for Pressing of Cloths, available. 

Food - Pure Vegetarian Home made Kerala Style food. No non –vegetarian stuff, alcohol or any intoxicating drinks. Fresh fruits and vegetables . Water supplied will be filtered, boiled and cooled or mineral water. Usually stainless steel utensils washed and dipped in boiled water and fresh banana leaves are used for serving food.

There are two options.

Option One: A team of 25 to 40 can come to Olappamanna, say by 11 Am, see the whole Mana and surroundings and have a lunch at Olappamann Mana in typical old style. Return back to their lodging place.

Option Two: A team of 25 to 40 can come to Olappamanna Mana, say by 5PM in the evening (before Sun Set), see the whole Mana and surroundings. Then watch the entertainment at extra cost, which should be booked earlier, just after sun set and have a typical old style dinner at Mana. Return back to their lodging place.
Details on charges, on request.

Location - Olappamanna Mana is located at Vellinezhi, a small village, surrounded by unpolluted river Kunthi on northern and western sides and is literarily famous as Thourathrika Gramam (village with the perfect blending of music, rhythm and dance).

Olappamannamana is 2km interior to northern side of Calicut - Palghat main road (Cherpalcherry Route). - 90km from Calicut.

From Cochin , via Trichur and Shoranur, you can reachCherpalcherry . - 120km from Cochin/ 90 km from Nedumbassery Air port

From Coimbatore via Palghat to Cherpalcherry- But 4km before Cherpalcherry town and turn right at Mangode. - 90 km from Coimbatore.

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