Like Phag dance, Daph dance is also a seasonal dance. But this dance is performed in Haryana when the crop is ready to get harvested. Daph dance is also known as Dhamal dance. This dance is performed only by men. They thank god for the good harvest season. When they see good crops swaying in […]
Jodhpur is the second-largest city of Rajasthan, India. The city circles the Mehrangarh fort and expands very widely around it. Jodhpur city is in the middle of the Rajasthan state. Hence it is very convenient for travelers and tourists to visit it or go someplace else from it. The city is known as the blue
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
Jhumar is a very popular dance of Haryana state. Young women who have recently got married perform this dance. They celebrate their joy of married life with each other in a playful manner through this dance. This folk dance is named after a jewel that is worn on the forehead by married women called ‘Jhumar’.
Dandiya Ras has its roots in Gujarat. Now, due to its popularity, it is famous all over India. This dance is mainly done in the Navratri season. Men and women gather in one place and dance with two sticks called dandiya. This dance represents both religious and fun aspects. The dance name has been taken
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With extreme heat in Summer and the chilly Winters, the Spring season in India comes as a relief to all the people. If you have vacations on the mind, there is no better time than the Spring season to tour the Indian subcontinent. The country, in this season, witnesses the celebration of various festivals, Holi
Bordered by the Himalayas, North India has some wonderful cities with comfortable climatic conditions and exotic sceneries. Here are some of the best holiday destinations for you to enjoy your time in. Gulmarg Lying in the western Himalayas, Gulmarg is a beautiful land in Kashmir, known to be the Heaven on Earth for its surreal
With only three major states and a few union territories, this part of India is not as large as the others. However, it is home to some of the oldest cities of the country that have historical significance. Beautiful beaches and deserts also adorn this region. Mahabaleshwar Once known as the summer capital of
This part of India is popular for its natural beauty and adventurous terrains. The spring season in this region is a relief after the cold winters and before the hot summers set in. It is the favorite time for the tourists. Here are some of the best locations for you to explore. Ziro Valley Located
Bidesia is a folk dance form of Bihar based on a drama named Bidesiya written by Bhikari Thakur. It originated in the Bhojpuri speaking areas of Bihar. There are many folk dances in Bihar, but Bidesia has managed to keep itself on top of that. It is based on the Unlike other folk dances, Bidesia
There are so many ways in which ideas and emotions can be expressed. Some choose to write, some choose to sing, and some chose to dance. One can not know why any folk dance form came into being but every one of them had an aim from the beginning. Jata-Jatin folk dance is one of
Bagurumba folk dance is a colorful folk dance from Assam. It is a traditional dance of the Bodo community of Assam. This folk dance is inspired by and dedicated to the nature. With time, bagurumba folk dance has become one of the most popular folk dances of Assam. When Bagurumba is performed on a large
