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Facts about Rajgir Dance Festival

Rajgi Mahotsav, is a festival of dance and music which was started way back in 1986. Formerly known as Rajgir Nritaya (Dance) Mahotsav, the festival is a major tourist attraction to the holy city of Rajgir in Bihar. The Rajgir Dance festival is celebrated annually for three days showcasing the traditional and unique cultural...

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Dance and Rhythm -- Kathak, the Dance of...

Kathak comes from the north Indian state of Uttarpradesh. The story behind the name takes us back to the 13th century, where the dance is believed to have evolved to its present state. Prior to that period, Kathak was a simple dance accompaniment of the storytellers or the kathakas, who entertained the audience with stories...

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Popular dances around the globe

There is more to dance than moving your body to the rhythms of music. Whether the dance movements are energetic, funny, slow or romantic, dances are great way to express yourself in the most beautiful way. Dances have been a part of numerous cultures since ancient times across the world. It is considered as a form of self-expression,...

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How your kids can get the best out of this...

Summer is the best time of the year when your kids can have maximum fun without the need to bother about concentrating on studies and sticking to routine schedules. During summer vacation your kids can explore exciting outdoor activities that can thrill them and bring out the adventurer in them. Here are five exciting activities...

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