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Some of the popular classical dances of Kerala include Koothu, Kathakali, Mohiniattom, Patokom, etc. The most famous dance form in Kerala is the internationally acclaimed 300-year-old classical form of Kathakali, which combines aspects of ballet, opera, masque and pantomime. Kathakali depicts events and excerpts from great Indian epics and ‘puranas’, presented by dancers decked in huge skirts and headdress, and wearing a unique style of makeup. The richness of this enchanting fusion of tradition, color, music, expression and drama is one of a kind and unmatched in any other dances of Kerala.
Kerala has a rich variety of folk dances. Prominent among these are Kaliyattom, Kolam Thullal, Kolkali, Velakali and Kaikottikali. These dances are performed in accompaniment of songs and drums, and often in colorful oriental costumes.
The primitive inhabitants of Kerala are the tribal people, and their artistic expressions are evocative of their distinct, secluded and primitive social structure. Tribal dances of Kerala are interwoven with the lives of the people who perform this dance form.
Contributing substantially to the rich heritage of dances of Kerala is the modern dance composition. Although these dances do not have any real roots in the age old dance traditions of the land, they mime some features of tribal, folk and classical dances.
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The Dances of Kerala are vibrant and wonderfully expressive, and they add hues of happiness, gaiety, enthusiasm and life to this enchanting land, which is an eclectic blend of pristine natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. 
