From Telugu Aatalu we move to Tholu Bommalaatalu. ACP’s Continuing Series on Folk Arts covers the traditional artistry of leather puppets.
Culture is not simply graanthikam or even maandalikam, but also jaanapaadham. All too often, those self-appointed …
Background
Sri Avadhuta Narayana Swami is a venerated Yogi of Mittapalem in Prakasam district. He is said by many to have hailed from the fifth class (panchama), and thus would be a Hindu Telugu Dalit Saint.
Dharma is often incorrectly …
After a long hiatus, we reconvene with an article on Andhra Arts & Crafts. The Handicrafts of Andhra often blend with the Fine Arts. Perhaps the best example of this comes from the Uttarandhra region, with a name that …
