Unique Traditions of Coorg

Coorg is a place where traditions are not just observed but celebrated with joy and reverence. Kodava sports, like the unique form of hockey and kabaddi, are a huge part of local life, and the annual Kodava Hockey Festival attracts thousands of visitors and players. The festival is a vibrant display of community spirit, where people of all ages come together to celebrate their shared love for the sport.

Coorg is also home to various traditional festivals such as Tula Sankramana, where the local people perform rituals on the banks of the Kaveri River, and the Kodava New Year celebrations, which involve feasts, dancing, and music. During these festivals, people gather for large community feasts, and there’s a real sense of pride in the heritage and traditions that have been passed down for generations.