Traditional south indian house

Spend an outstanding stay in a splendid palatial mansion in Chettinad. A luxury Tamil merchant’s home, a south Indian Haveli

Often spotted outside South Indian homes, the thinnai is the raised platform that acts as a covered verandah for the family to gather and enjoy a board game or a hot cup of coffee while they chit chat. Maison Perumal is a 130-year-old family mansion that sports the thinnai where you can sit and unwind with your family. #MeAndCGHEarth #MaisonPerumal #Tamilarchitecture #FrancoTamil #Pondicherry #LocalTradition #TamilQuarter

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Lovely house in Thrissur Kerala - Traditional Kerala architecture plus the modern aspects, a wonderful meld of old-style living with vivid and contemporary nuances.

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A typical kerala style house... using Vettukallu (a type of brick)

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An Oonjal (swing) hung strong and steady from the ceiling in the Chettiar mansions. Made of wood with intricate details carved onto them, they were and are an integral part of traditional South Indian houses. From the kids to the elderly, family members leisurely spent time on the Oonjal or worked on serious business. Maison Perumal gives you a sneak peek into the Tamizh culture and architecture. #MeAndCGHEarth #MaisonPerumal #FrancoTamil #Pondicherry #Localattractions #TamilQuarter