Kasimedin Kadhaigalum Kalaigalum - A Cultural Heritage Walk

The scent of the sea. The noise of a bustling market. The sights of fishermen getting ready for their catches of the day. These are the scenes that welcome you to the fishing harbour of Kasimedu. This coastal area is home to fisherfolk from around 50 villages, each carrying a wealth of captivating stories and legends. Despite the challenges of modernisation and natural disasters, these communities remain deeply connected to their ancestral heritage.

Embark on a journey with us to explore the enchanting folklore of Kasimedu's fisherfolk. Discover their incredible tales of life at sea, unique rituals and traditions, profound reverence for the sea, both provider and protector and how they personify and exalt their giver and guardian.

What Participants Say

I really appreciated the very thorough research and the passion and enthusiasm in the narrative.

Local stories, focus on preservation and appreciation rather than voyeurism

Very insightful and also I liked the cute souvenirs

Walk Details

Focus: Cultural & Community History, Traditions and Customs
Research Duration: 3 months (and, ongoing!)

Walk Duration: 2 hours
Timings: 04:00 am – 06:00 p.m
Starting Point: Outside Indian Oil Petrol Bunk
Ending Point: Near TNFDC - Royapuram DB
Includes:

Learning about the customs and traditions of the fisher communities in Kasimedu
Tracing the process of preparing to go into the sea
Local folk traditions and history