1) Vaikom Mahadeva Temple Visit

Our tour to Vaikom village starts with the visit to the Vaikom Mahadeva temple. Visiting an ancient temple give a great opportunity to know more about the culture and the traditions of Hindu religion which is the oldest religion in the world. You can see how deity is worshipped, different worship practices. You might spot how elephant is used in the temple worship.

Do remember to wear appropriate clothes. Be respectful to the culture and tradition.

From here, we will go on a Tuk Tuk to visit the hinterland of Vaikom to explore more.

2) Handloom Weaving unit

Handlooms are still being used to produce fabric. It’s a traditional method that was popular in Vaikom as a small-scale industry or cottage industry. but, as we progressed, most of the looms have been closed. But, visiting a loom is a different experience as it takes us back in time.

3) Coconut oil extraction unit

Most of use coconut oil in our daily life. But, most of us would not have an idea on how the oil is produced. Here, at Vaikom village, there are couple of oil extracting units that run by families. You are welcome to see how the oil is being produced. These days everything has been mechanized. I am certain you will have a different learning today.

4) Rice pounding

Traditional way of preparing the rice powder is made. This requires physical work and was mostly done by the woman in the home. As an activity rice pounding helps you to open your eye on how tough was the days gone by.

5) Country boat ride through the narrow canal

I would say this is the most exciting and relaxing activity in the Vaikom Village tour. You will go on a country boat through the narrow canals. This gives you a great chance to see the village life that thrives around the canals. Here, people’s life is integrated with waterbodies and they rely on small canals and lake for livelihood.

6) Toddy tapping

Toddy is a traditional alcohol in India and is produced from Coconut trees. You get an opportunity to see how toddy is being tapped and also a small amount of Toddy to taste 😊

7) Visiting the house of a Blacksmith

Knowing how gold jewelry was made during old days is a good thing. See the instruments he uses masterfully to make ornaments.

8) Coir weaving

Coir is a traditional material extracted from coconut husk. Coir making is a skilled work mostly done by woman and it helps them to attain financial stability. See how coir is being made form coconut husk.

9) Kerala Sadya

The tour ends with a Kerala Sadya (grand Kerala lunch) served on banana leafs. Enjoy the sumptuous lunch followed by Payasam (traditional Kerala dessert).

10) Pottery at Vaikom Village

Pottery is an ancient art that is still in practice as a cottage industry in Vaikom. Witness the craftsmanship and see how they make a perfect shape out of thick mud. Try out this and see whether you can match :)