Kaavu (കാവ്) is one of the cultural traditions thats followed widely in different parts of Kerala.
Its widely known myth that Kerala was created by Sage Parasurama by throwing his axe. Its believed that Sage Parasurama did so to in order to provide a place to reside for the Brahmins (Namboodiris) as 'prayaschitam' (penance) for his Kshatriya killings.
In order to safeguard the natural environment and resources it was suggested to have some area near all houses to be kept untouched by humans. These areas were considered sacred and regular 'poojas'(worship) were done. This is how kaavu developed.
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