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This magnificent temple built thousands of years ago as a dedication to the Lord Nataraja forms a beautiful backdrop. The setting is truly divine with the gold-roofed temple and pillars adding splendour. They depict Lord Shiva in the 108 poses or mudras of Bharatnatyam, the classical dance of Tamil Nadu.
The Department of Tourism, Government of Tamil Nadu, The
Ministry Of Tourism, Government of India and The Natyanjali Trust, Chidambaram jointly
organize this festival or Utsav . This festival provides unique opportunities
for dancers from around India to come and perform in front of an enormous crowd.
Mamallapuram was once the ancient port of the Pallavas.
It now plays host to a vibrant festival of dance. Exponents of Bharata Natyam, Kuchipudi,
Kathak and Kathakali perform against the magnificent backdrop of the Pallava rock
sculptures. Mamallapuram is a popular beach resort and a culture front, especially for the tourists, who come from the world over who love to imbibe and soak in the rich traditions. This town beach is full of ancient monuments, sculptures, caves, monolithic temples and beaches.
In Mamallapuram there is a Shore Temple that was built
during the reign of Narsimha Varman of the Pallava dynasty in 8th century A.D. During
the dance festival time the stones of temple begin to resonate with music and dance
rhythms.
Air: Chennai (58km) is the nearest airport
for domestic and international flights. Chennai is connected with all the major
places in India.
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The Natyanjali Dance Festival is held every year during
the months of Feb-March and it is a five-day festival. This dance festival is one
is a dedication to the universal dancer Lord Shiva who is known as Lord Nataraja.
This festival is held in the city of Chidambaram in Tamil Nadu. The festival begins
on the Maha Shivaratri, a day that is dedicated to the Lord Shiva and is held in
the prakara of the Chidambaram temple.
The Mamallapuram Dance Festival is held every
year during Dec-Jan in Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu. This dance festival is organised
by Department of Tourism, Govt. of Tamilnadu. Mamallapuram was once the ancient
port of the Pallavas. Mamallapuram is the renowned and ancient 7th century centre
for Pallava culture and art. Exponents of Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathak,
Odissi, Mohini Attam and Kathakali perform against this magnificent
backdrop of the Pallava rock sculptures.|
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Indian classical music is categorized under two genres. They are Hindustani and Carnatic. Broadly Hindustani developed in the northern regions of the country, More... |