Mohiniyattam, the graceful performing art of Kerala has a
history of more than 100years. The dance form became more popular during the
rule of Maharaja Swathi Thirunal in Travancore (now known as Thiruvananthapuram).
Mohiniyattam or Mohiniattam the classical art form from Kerala is recognized as
one among the eight Indian classical dance forms by Sangeetha nataka academy.
The dance form has different mythologies connected to its
origin, all focused on Lord Vishnu. According to myths, Lord Vishnu appeared as
Mohini, the enchantress. In ancient days, mohiniyattam was practiced by Devadasis,
the women wholly dedicated to God. The great Malayalam poet, Shri Vallathol Narayana
Menon, gave a face lift to the art form through his institution the Kerala
Kalamandalam. Smt. Kalamandalam Kalyanikutty Amma,
