Mattancherry

The journey of the pothichoru from homes to hospitals in Kerala

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The journey of the pothichoru from homes to hospitals in Kerala

An elderly woman from Ambalamedu tops a parcel with a pappadum. | Photo Credit: Thulasi Kakkat From the small pond within the premises of his home in Ambalamedu, Kerala, Basil nets around 20 fish, retains a few for his family, and distributes the rest to his neighbours. The next morning, his mother Leela Varghese starts … Read more

Why Fort Kochi and Mattancherry became the venue of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale

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Why Fort Kochi and Mattancherry became the venue of the Kochi-Muziris Biennale

The Chinese fishing nets, centuries-old spice warehouses, ancient centres of worship and colonial bungalows lining the cobbled streets of Fort Kochi and Mattancherry, all speak of a bygone era. However, from December 12 to April 10 next year, these streets, warehouses and old villas will turn into galleries of astounding art, with installations by more … Read more