Cultural Rhythms of Punjab

Folk Dances of Punjab: Bhangra, Giddha and More
Punjab Folk Dances

Folk Dances of Punjab: Bhangra, Giddha and More

Punjab’s folk-dance traditions include the internationally familiar Bhangra and Giddha as well as Jhumar, Sammi, Luddi, Kikli and other local forms. They are connected with seasonal festivities, weddings, social gathering, song, agricultural life and regional memory—but they do not all share one origin, costume or performance community.

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