Kalaripayattu is considered one of the most ancient martial arts in the world, will be presented at Indira gandhi National Museum of Man on Sunday.
The practice of Kalaripayattu is believed to have originated in the 3rd century BC. The saint Pasrshurama, the sixth incarnation of Vishnu is said to be the founder of Kalaripayattu, who established 42 Kalaris and taught twenty-one masters of these Kalaris to protect the land of Kerala.
Kalaripayattu, a personal combat training system includes exercises to develop sharp reflexes for unarmed combat and skillful fight using sticks, dagger, knife, spear, sword and shield, Urumi etc.
Kalaripayattu is noted for its high-flying acrobatics, graceful movements and employs the deadly weapons at ease. The Movements of Kalari are based on the mannerisms and fighting techniques of animals.
