Tue-26 May-2020 BY Admin

Rajasthan is a royal state of India widely famed for its rich diverse cultures and traditions. The loveliness of Rajasthani traditions, cultures, and hospitality is well-reflected through folk music and dance. For locals, it is a way of earning their livelihood. There’s a great prominence for the arts in Rajasthan for which the best example is set by the Jodhpur’s RIFF which is an international festival to promote the folk attractions of the state. Some of the best folk dance forms to witness in Rajasthan Trip Package are –

Ghoomar – a very popular dance form performed by the inhabitants from the ancient days. Since the times of erstwhile kings and their ruling dynasties, this dance form was performed to entertain the kings. In this dance, women wore colorful traditional clothes, and the dance moves by swaying & clapping the hands and twirling in rounds.

Best places to see: Udaipur, Kota, Bundi, and Jodhpur

Kalbelia – a very popular dance form also known as “the Sapera Dance” or “Snake Charmer Dance” which was also recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. It is performed by a tribal community dance form by the tribes otherwise known as Kalbelia’s. It is one of the most beautiful dances performed by women clad in various colorful clothes.

Best Places to see: Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Barmer, Jalore, Jaipur, and Pushkar

Chari Dance – a traditional dance form of Kishangarh and Saini Communities which is followed mainly during special occasions or festivals. Women perform this dance with a brass pot on the head and lighting with a lamp in it.

Best places to see: Ajmer and Kishangarh

Dandiya – a colorful dance performed by both men and women in Rajasthan. Dandiya is a very popular and simple dance played along with folk music by circling in rounds and playing with the sticks known as Dandiya sticks. Men and women dancing rhythmically according to the beats of music in vivid clothes look very colorful and impressive.

Best places to see: Jaipur especially during the festivals of Rajasthan

Gair – another most amazing folk dance form presented by the Bhil community mostly taken place during festivals like Holi and Janmashtami. Both men and women perform this dance in their colorful traditional attires. Men attires include a long skirt with sticks to beat on rhythmic beats. The dance formations continue in clockwise and anti-clockwise moves according to the music beats.

Best places to see: Marwar Region

These all are the best ones to witness on a Rajasthan Tour to appreciate the traditional arts of the state. So, when planning your next holidays in the state, do consider a live performance of cultural evening either on the desert dunes while camping in Jaisalmer or during the festive season, this will surely blow your mind.