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Kalaripayattu
Kalarippayattu or kalaripayattu is a martial art with origins in Kerala and practised in that south Indian state and contiguous parts of neighbouringTamil Nadu. It incorporates strikes, kicks, grappling, choreographed martial art sequences, and weaponry, as well as healing techniques. Regional variants of the art are classified into Northern, Southern- and Central -Kerala styles.Kalaripayattu is portrayed in several regional and international movies like The Myth and Asoka.The word "kalari" can be traced to ancient Sangam literature. The martial tradition of Kalarippayattu is also dated to ancient Dravidian traditions.
Kalaripayattu
Kalarippayattu or kalaripayattu is a martial art with origins in Kerala and practised in that south Indian state and contiguous parts of neighbouringTamil Nadu. It incorporates strikes, kicks, grappling, choreographed martial art sequences, and weaponry, as well as healing techniques. Regional variants of the art are classified into Northern, Southern- and Central -Kerala styles.Kalaripayattu is portrayed in several regional and international movies like The Myth and Asoka.The word "kalari" can be traced to ancient Sangam literature. The martial tradition of Kalarippayattu is also dated to ancient Dravidian traditions.