Folk Dance of Rajasthan

Folk dances forms have evolved over the centuries in the heart of India's desert land. These hypnotic dances performed by the men and women in the villages of Rajasthan, North India add color and brilliance to the festivals, fairs and other occasions marked by celebrations. These folk dances and folk arts are reflective of the vibrant culture of Rajasthan, North India.
Most of the folk art forms and folk dances of Rajasthan, North India have been passed down from one generation to the other and are specifically performed on several occasions, fairs and festivals. These folk dances interwoven with the traditions, festivals and fairs form an important part of Rajasthan's culture.
Some of the popular folk dances that are an important part of the traditions and culture of Rajasthan, North India are the Ghair dance, Ghoomar dance, Gauri dance, Raika dance and the Jhoria dance. The Ghair dance is performed by the ladies of a community on auspicious functions.
Another interesting folk dance that is performed by women during wedding ceremonies is the Chari dance. Women dance with an arrangement of pots and a lighted lamp balanced on their heads.
Another popular folk dance form of Rajasthan, North India is the Kalbelia dance that is specially performed by the men and women of the Kalbelia tribe who have been snake charmers for generations.
Other well-known folk dances of Rajasthan, North India are Terah Taali, Kathputli dance; drum dance, fire dance and the Matka-bhawai dance.