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Perunthachan standing beside a newly built temple tank in Kerala, illustrating the ingenuity and craftsmanship of ancient Indian architecture.

The Two Dolls | A Folk Tale from Kerala

Many generations ago, in a village in Kerala, lived a man named Perunthachan. People in nearby towns knew him well. Whenever someone planned to build a temple, a large house, or a tank, they often said the same thing: “Let us call Perunthachan.” Over time, his name became closely associated with the brilliance of ancient Read more…

Ramu and Govind is a Kerala folk tale about two neighbors

The Two Neighbors | A Folk Tale from Kerala

A long time ago, in a village in Kerala, lived two neighbors – Ramu and Govind. While Govind lived in prosperity, Ramu led a life of abject poverty. Ramu’s children looked starved, whereas Govind’s children looked plump. Sometimes, Ramu would seek financial help from Govind, but the latter never entertained such requests. In fact, the Read more…