Buiya is a popular dance form that originated in the beautiful north-eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh. This folk dance is an attraction at all tribal festivals in the state. The unique formations combined with the beat of different instruments make buiya folk dance an exciting show to watch. Purpose of The Buiya Dance The tribe […]
Ka Shad Suk Mynsiem also known as the Weiking Dance is a thanksgiving dance festival celebrated by the Khasi tribes of Meghalaya. This dance festival is celebrated every year at the end of the harvesting season in the month of April. During this festival, they sow the seeds for the next season symbolizing the beginning
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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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
Imagine gorgeous mountain peaks surround you while the smooth breeze is tickling you. The sounds of trees grooving to the wind are distracting, but your glance is fixed at the intriguing story about the partnership of a local boy and his domestic yak. It is unique, and it’s amazing, right? Yak Cham Dance brings you
Is fighting the only way to display courage? No! You can display courage and valor through dance as well. The biggest example is the Khukuri dance of Sikkim. While Sikkim is a thick book filled with numerous pages of different folk dances, Khukuri Naach is the most famous one that depicts strength. Sikkim is the
