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dance · old town

Women artists perform the vibrant Gorbandh Dance, a popular folk dance and song tradition from Rajasthan.

ceremony · festival

The Kalachakra Festival is one of the most important spiritual events in Tibetan Buddhism. The word Kalachakra means “Wheel of Time,” symbolizing the cycles of time, the universe, and human life.

music · village

Alha Gayan is a powerful traditional folk singing style from the Chambal and Bundelkhand regions of Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh.

village · old town

In this video interview, the wife of a former dacoit recounts the difficult past and the surrender story of her husband, who once lived in the notorious Chambal ravines.

old town · music

In this video, a former associate of the infamous Chambal dacoit group shares memories and stories about life in the gang led by Man Singh, one of the most feared bandit leaders in North India during the mid-20th century.

Haryana·dance · festival

At the vibrant Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2022, artists presented the colourful Kachhi Ghodi Dance, a traditional folk performance from Rajasthan.

old town · lake

The historic Hauz Khas Complex stands as a remarkable blend of medieval architecture and modern urban life in New Delhi. The complex features ancient domed structures, old stone ruins, and tombs dating back to the Delhi Sultanate period.

Bhubaneswar, Odisha·aerial · old town

From the above, the serene Dhauli Shanti Stupa, also known as the Peace Pagoda, appears beautifully surrounded by lush green trees.

dance · festival

This video features a vibrant Lavani dance performance, a traditional Marathi dance form from the Indian state of Maharashtra, presented during a cultural program at the New Delhi World Book Fair. The event took place at Bharat Mandapam.

dance · festival

This video captures a vibrant Kathakali cultural performance at the New Delhi World Book Fair in New Delhi.

boats · old town

Odisha's rich nautical past is reflected in an intriguing collection of marine antiquities found inside the Odisha State Marine Museum at Jobra.

dance · festival

A vibrant Bhangra folk dance performance brings energy and color to the New Delhi World Book Fair.

dance · festival

Indian girls gracefully perform the classical Mohiniyattam dance during the celebration of Krishna Janmashtami in Mehrauli Village.

Himachal Pradesh·hills · temple

This video captures the breathtaking beauty of Shri Anjani Mahadev Temple, located near the famous Solang Valley in the Indian Himalayas.

Odisha·temple · aerial

A breathtaking aerial view of the magnificent Konark Sun Temple reveals the historic monument rising beautifully amid lush green vegetation in Konark, Odisha, India.

crafts · festival

At the One District One Product (ODOP) stall during the India International Trade Fair in New Delhi, visitors can explore a rich display of traditional Indian handicrafts representing regional craftsmanship.

temple · old town

The impressive statue of Garuda stands prominently near the historic Atharanala Bridge, the traditional northern gateway to the sacred city of Puri in Odisha, India.

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At the Odisha State Maritime Museum in Jobra, Cuttack, visitors can see a fascinating collection of traditional wooden masks inspired by Odisha’s folk and ritual theatre.

Uttar Pradesh·festival · old town

A powerful moment from the traditional Ramleela performance at Patharchhati Ramleela Ground in Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), where the actor portraying Rama delivers an important dialogue from the sacred epic Ramayana.

Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh·festival · old town

Behind the scenes of the traditional Ramleela performance in Prayagraj (historically known as Allahabad), artists prepare the iconic character Jatayu for the stage.

festival · dance

A lively group of men and women performs the traditional Solakia dance during the colourful Anthurium Festival in Mizoram, India.

Rajasthan·fort · old town

An interior view of Junagarh Fort in Bikaner reveals an intricately crafted statue placed within the historic palace complex.

Spiti, Himachal Pradesh·hills · old town

Located in the remote Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, Tabo Monastery stands as one of the most significant Buddhist heritage sites in the Himalayas.