BHARATANATYAM

This dance which originated in the Tempels of Tamilnadu, specially from Tanjore and Chidambaram, was performed by devadasi’s in the olden days. Graceful movements , mime and musical contribute in equal measure to this beautiful dance from the south. The distinguishing features of ‘BHARAT NATYAM’ are the noble, almost geometrical angularity of movements and forceful foot-work.

This dance has now come to stay as the classical dance that originated in Tamilnad. But this again has no relevance today, for it has become deeply rooted in various states of India. Dance teachers have enormously contributed to national harmony by starting institutions all over the country.