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Dasara Tiger Dance in Mangalore – Pili Vesha

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PILI VESHA (Tiger Dance) – Famous Dasara Tiger Dance can be seen only in in Mangalore and Udupi District In local Tulu language Pili means a Tiger. Pili vesha (tiger dance) is a unique form of folk dance in Dakshina kannada that fascinates the young and the old alike. Here young boys and men paint Read more about Dasara Tiger Dance in Mangalore – Pili Vesha[…]

Yakshagana – Folk Dance from Mangalore

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Yakshagana is a dance drama popular in the state of Karnataka, especially in coastal Karanataka. Yakshagana is popular in the districts of Mangalore (Also known as Dakshina Kannada), Uttara Kannada, Shivamogga, Udupi, and Kasaragod district of Kerala State. It is believed to have evolved from pre classical music form and theatrical arts. Actors wear costumes Read more about Yakshagana – Folk Dance from Mangalore[…]