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Nestled amidst the serene landscapes of India, Melattur is a picturesque village that boasts of a rich cultural heritage and architectural wonders. This hidden gem is a photographer's paradise, with its vibrant colors, intricate designs, and stunning vistas that are sure to capture your heart.
The centuries old Melattur Bhagavata Mela Utsav is held annually with religious fervour in the sannidhi of Lord Sri Varadaraja, the presiding deity of Melattur, as part of Sri Nrusimha Jayanti celebration.
The village is now called Melattur or Merattur. The playwright was Melattur Venkatarama Sastri, who perfected the Bhagavata Mela tradition. Where is Melattur and what is Bhagavata Mela tradition?
Bhagavata Mela is a regional temple theatre form presented through the medium of classical dance and classical music. This blend of theatre and dance has been performed for over five centuries.
The little village of Melattur, 18 kms from Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, considered to be the cradle of Tamil culture rises a spurt of feverish activity every mid-summer during the Bhagavata Mela Nataka Utsav organised in the sannidhi of Lord Sri Varadaraja, the presiding deity of the village, on the occasion of Sri Nrusimha Jayanti.
Melattur, a little village 18 Km from Thanjavur, may not be on the tourist-map of Tamil Nadu but it is certainly on the dance map of India as a village dedicated, over the centuries, to the performing arts in general and Bhagavata Mela in particular.
May 30, 2024 · Theatre. Melattur Bhagavata Mela Utsavam: Preserving an ancient art form. Artistes and people come together to keep the centuries-old Bhagavata Mela tradition alive. Updated - May 30, 2024 10:15...
