The dances of Karnataka are a reflection of the rich cultural milieu of the state. Dances belonging to both folk and classical genres have a flourishing presence in different parts of the state. While the many indigenous communities of Karnataka have preserved and nurtured their folk dance forms,...
as they move and dance along with rhythmic beats of the drums. This dance is performed as a worship to Lord Shiva, as a part of a ritual, particularly observed by the Kuruba Gowda community of North Karnataka. This dance is also known as theBhairavadance, as it celebrates the killing of...