To start with, it props up on the East Coast Road - it is a pleasure to drive down the ECR. The first impression of Dakshin Chitra is that of a well kept majestic cultural center - not one of those run-down-please-look-at-me-kind-of place.
The entry fee was 50 per head. It was worth it & more.U basically get a feel of traditional living in all southern states - Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh.
Beautiful thematic houses have been reproduced in full glory - utensils - clothes, et all. Some interesting themes - Chettinad House , Brahmin House, Tanjore Agriculturer's house, Potter house, Cloth Weaver house, Basket weaver house etc., |  |
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We were regaled by a karagattam kind of dance. Some great footwork & balance by the artists. Puppet show, documentaries were also in the list. Artisans carry on with their work & sell their products in specially erected stalls. The place also has a good restaurant.
A must visit place.
3 comments:
Nice Article. Heard about this but never went there.
Thanks Yaduruli..U must make a visit to the place sometime..
I second you in appreciating their intent to save our culture and heritage.
BTW, the most lovable during our trip was the puppet(shown in u r last image).
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