January 23rd, 2012 by
Deepti Michelle John
Figuring among India’s most martial cultures, Kodavas worship their weapons. Until a few decades ago, when a male child was born, the occasion was marked by a gunshot, announcing the birth of a warrior! Read more »
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January 12th, 2012 by
Sanjna Achayya
The Kodavas are a proud horde, renowned for their kindness, affection, warmth, and in absolute totality – their hospitality. Read more »
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December 29th, 2011 by
Arjun Madaiah
It’s been eighteen years and I’m still mesmerized by Coorg!
Memories of a bright childhood make me want to return to this land, my hometown, whenever I have a chance. Read more »
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December 23rd, 2011 by
Anuj Kumar Bhagat
Coorg cuisine is unique and is full of excellent vegetarian and non vegetarian fare. It’s laced with spices that grow all over Coorg and neighbouring Kerala. Read more »
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December 14th, 2011 by
Bavna Achayya
Houses in Coorg besides being picturesque are also self-sufficient. As estates and scenery fill this land, it becomes difficult to access supermarkets and retail stores, unlike in the cities. Such stores, as tiny as a stretch of road, can be spotted in the small towns that dot Coorg. Read more »
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December 6th, 2011 by
Sanjna Achayya
Kodavas don’t really fall under a ‘meticulous’ group, going by the chief ‘distinguished’ religions of the world. Read more »
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November 24th, 2011 by
Bavna Achayya
Set against the lush green hills and crystal clear streams, the nights at Coorg are perfect and the dawns, just as stunning. In the countryside, darkness sets in early. Read more »
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November 17th, 2011 by
Bavna Achayya
Many traditions and customs in Coorg are still very ethnic and tribal. Some stories of these customs could be quite remarkable if narrated in the modern world. Animal sacrifice figures among these customs. Read more »
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November 10th, 2011 by
Sanjna Achayya
River Cauvery is unquestionably the lifeline of the agricultural industry in South India particularly that of Coorg, as it originates in this quaint little district. It is therefore, no mystery as to why this river is worshipped with such reverence here. Read more »
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November 2nd, 2011 by
Anuj Kumar Bhagat
Kodava cuisine is figures among the most delectable of all South Indian dishes. What is unique about Kodava fare is the manner in which its various masalas are blended. Read more »
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