7 Popular Traditional Folk Dance From Rajasthan

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Kalbeliya

It is performed by the nomadic tribes and is also known as the Sapera dance because the dancers mimic the movements of a snake with extreme flexibility.

Kathputli

This dance originated in Rajasthan also known as Puppet dance, the puppeteers control the puppet and their movements with strings singing folklore along with it.

Ghoomar

Ghoomar is one of the most popular dance forms of Rajasthan performed on special occasions like festivals and weddings.

Gair

This dance form is commonly performed by the Bhil community profound in Mewar, Rajasthan.

Bhavai

This dance form needs a lot of practice as the women swirl around carrying brass pitchers on their heads with great balance.

 Kachchhi Ghodi

The men depict folk tails about local bandits by having mock fights and dancing around by tying the dummy horse made out of bamboo around their waist.

Terah Taali

This dance form is performed by the Kamada Tribe, 13 manjeeras (brass discs) are attached to different parts of the dancer's body.