About Kerala Folklore Museum:
Kerala Folklore Museum started its journey in 2009. It was a non-profit organization at the beginning. It is a dream project of George Thaliath and his wife Annie George. George Thaliath joined his father Jacob V Thaliath in dealing with Indian art after his post-graduation. It took 25 years to build the museum. 62 carpenters and skilled workers have worked on this project for more than 7 years.
Kerala Folklore Museum building consists of three floors.
The first floor is Kalithattu, which describes a floor dedicated to play. On the first floor, you will find interesting information and dance costumes of Kathakali, Mohiniyattam and Ottanthullal etc.
The second floor is called Kanjadalam. It means lotus petal. On this floor, different mural paintings are kept. Even the wooden ceiling is made up of 60 different frames.
Finally, a beautiful performance theatre is built on the third floor. Currently, the theatre carries out authentic stage performances. The performances are held at 6.30 pm every day.
The entrance fee for adults is Rs.100/- and Rs.50/- for children. You have to pay Rs.200/- if you are a foreigner.
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Activity:
Folklore Museum supports artists to sell their work, which is commendable. You can buy portraits, mural paintings, oil paintings, etc. Traditional Painting schools like Tanjavur Artworks, Mysore paintings and reproductions of the age-old traditional school of Indian paintings are also available.Best Time to Visit: December, January, Winter, February, March, Spring, April, May, June, July, Summer, August, September, Autumn, October, November, Monsoon
Location: Kochi, Kerala, India
How to Reach There:
Airport: Cochin International Airport
The nearest Airport Cochin International Airport . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Cochin International Airport to Kerala Folklore Museum is 33.4kms
Railway Station: Ernakulam Junction railway station
The nearest Railway station Ernakulam Junction railway station . We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Ernakulam Junction railway station to Kerala Folklore Museum is 4.9kms
Bus Stand: Ernakulam Ksrtc bus stand
The nearest Bus Stand Ernakulam Ksrtc bus stand We need to take an private vehicle the distance between Ernakulam Ksrtc bus stand to Kerala Folklore Museum is 5.9kms