For the people who love new places, Lakshadweep is a very wonderful place. It has a distinctive culture which has slight similarities with the South and South-Eastern part of India. Let’s read about the Kolkali folk dance of Lakshadweep. The term ‘Kol’ means stick. The dance is performed with the sticks in hands according to […]
Lakshadweep has beautiful folk dances that attract millions of tourists from all around the world. Among them, Lava dance is a very popular folk dance. So much so that it is termed as the riot of colors. The word ‘Lava’ means beautiful dance or rhythmic movement. Lava Dance is usually performed on the festive occasions
Arunachal Pradesh is the land of nomads. Many have settled there over course of time. These tribes come from different cultures and have different beliefs. Therefore they have different festivities and dances. One such tribe is the Sherdukpens that have settled in the West Kameng district of the state. Their unique celebrations are commemorated by
When we talk about Nagaland, the first thing that comes to mind is the Naga people and their rich traditions. One of the beautiful parts of their heritage is the Naga Dances. They are also known as ‘Naga War Dance’ for their nature and practices. Naga dances are martial arts-based celebratory dances that depict their
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Laho Dance is a folk dance of Meghalaya. This northeastern state is famous for its festivities, jovial atmosphere, and music. The tribal communities gather in groups to celebrate these festivals. Laho is an important part of these festive gatherings. Behdienkhlam Festival Behdienkhlam is one of the most important festivals of Meghalaya. It is held annually
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When you have gone out to Lakshadweep on your wanderlust expedition, you cannot ignore their vibrant traditions such as Parichakali dance. Lakshadweep is primarily known for its remoteness and the magnitude of the solitude. But once you are there, the most alluring thing that makes Lakshadweep a unique one is their traditional art forms. Lakshadweep
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The palaces of India depict stories of valor and victory. Each palace holds an important legacy. They showcases tales of history, antique pieces, jewelry, and tradition. Here is a list of Indian Palaces you should visit for a grand experience. Jai Vilas Palace, Gwalior Timings: 10:00am – 4:30pm Entry fees- Rs.150 (Indians), Rs.800 (Foreigners) A
Chithrakathis were a caste of storytellers found in Maharashtra and parts of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. They were wanderers who narrated tales from the Mahabharata and Ramayana using visual aids or puppets. The compilation of the works of Chitrakathis is called pothi. Each Pothi may contain thirty to fifty paintings. The word chitrakathi means telling
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Kathak is an important classical dance form of Northern India. It is most popular in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The word Kathak means the “narrator”. Kathak dance is the art of narration through slick yet sharp body movements. It is accompanied by the traditional instrument Tabla or pakhavaj. This classical dance was not always
Folk dances are the dances of common people. Their training is usually not imparted academically. They are instead learned through family practices and societal traditions. Folk dances of India are intricately connected with the local affairs of the region. Sometimes they are connected with festivals, sometimes they are performed during the harvesting season. Sometimes they
Jhora dance belongs to the state of Uttarakhand. It originated in the Kumaon region. This magical folk dance form binds people of all castes. Everyone enjoys the dance with a peaceful mind. Jhora dance is usually seen in the evening at weddings or fairs. As the dancers perform, everyone watching fills up with energy. Everyone
Phag dance also known as Faag or Phaag dance is a popular folk dance form of Haryana. This folk dance is performed by the agricultural community of Haryana. Phag dance is celebrated primarily in the months of February and March. These months fall in Falgun month in the Hindu calendar, which has lent its name
