Cultural Heritage of Chhattisgarh
Called Dakshin Kaushal in ancient times, Chhattisgarh is carved out of the state of Madhya Pradesh.Known for its scenic charm and breath-taking landscape, Chhattisgarh is fast becoming a tourists delight. The cultural history of this newly formed state goes back to the ancient times. With rich culture and heritage Chhattisgarh is emerging as new cultural destination for travellers. Destination India Tourism offers to give you online information on cultural Heritage of Chhattisgarh and also books tour for this fascinating state of India.
With a large tribal population, the tribal culture is prominent in this central Indian state. Chhattisgarh has its own unique style of traditional dance, music, craft, attire, food, festivals and fairs etc. Gonds, Abhuj Maria, Muria, Halbaa, Dhurvaa etc. are some of the main tribes of Chhattisgarh.
Various monuments and carved temples with intricate motifs speak of its long and rich history and ancient architectural splendor.
The folk dance of the cowherds known as Raut Naccha, Panthi, Soowa and Pandwani-the musical narration of Mahabharata are some of the folk dances and songs popular in the region. They have songs for every occasion like childbirth, marriage etc. Sohar, Bihav, Pathoni, Faag, Baramasi are some of the popular songs of Chhatisgarh.Various festivals like Navakhai, Dussehara, Hareli, Madai etc. are celebrated with great fervor.
Chhattisgarhi tribal are very fond of ornaments and wear jewellery made of beads and cheap metals. Their attire is simple but colorful.
The heritage sites, to be visited on the culture tour of Chhattisgarh:
Bastar
Dantewada
Malhar
Bhoramdeo
Singhanpur
Kabra etc.
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