Thiruvananthapuram, Oct. 17 -- The coastal town of Varkala is set to become a melting pot of stories, cultures, and travel experiences as 'Yaanam 2025'-India's first-ever Travel Literature Festival-kicks off today.
The three-day festival, organised by Kerala Tourism, aims to celebrate the spirit of exploration through the lens of literature, storytelling, and creative travel.
Tourism Minister P. A. Mohamed Riyas will inaugurate the event at 3 p.m. at Ranga Kala Kendram, located atop the scenic Varkala Cliff. Actor and vlogger Anumol will be the chief guest at the inaugural function.
Following the inauguration, a thought-provoking interaction titled 'In Search of Stories and Characters' will feature Booker Prize winner Shehan Karunatilaka...