The region of Cranganor echoes with the gentle murmur of the backwaters, the quiet grace of temples, and the vibrant pulse of village life. Once, this was the heart of that ancient port, Muziris, now one of India's largest heritage conservation endeavours. Archaeologists unveil its past, revealing a gateway to global civilisations dating back three millennia. By the first century BC, spices drew ships from China, Arabia, Judea, Greece, and Rome. Later, the Portuguese, Dutch, and British arrived, their ambitions weaving into the fabric of local kingdoms. Each left their mark, enriching this historical tapestry.

 

In 2012, Rasmi & Vineeth discovered this serene stretch along the Periyar, a mirror reflecting the weaving villages around Chendamangalam, that lie across the river. The land where Crangnor now stands holds its own history, once the cherished home of Shangoonny Menon, the esteemed Diwan Peshkar of Travancore and author. This idyllic piece of land overlooks the tranquil, lush green island of Dharma Thuruth. .​