EVENT: MESMERIZING DANCE FEST
The spectacular Khajuraho Dance Festival 2019 is about to begin in the heart of incredible India, Madhya Pradesh. Set against the magnificent backdrop of Khajuraho temples, the Magh full moon bids adieu to winter and welcomes spring with this celebration of classical Indian dance forms.
The weeklong showcase begins on 20th February and ends on 26th February 2019. Entry is free of charge for all patrons.
In a small town in Madhya Pradesh, lie one of the most beautiful Indian architectural marvels, The
Khajuraho Temples. Here, every February, an outstanding dance festival is hosted where artists from all over the country perform live with the best of their acts on Hindu Mythology, some of the prominent ones being Shiva’s Tandava, Krishna’s Raas Leela etc.
Held every year, Khajuraho Dance Festival takes place at the open-air auditorium in front of the Chitragupta Temple dedicated to the Sun God and the Vishwanatha Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Started regularly since 2002, this weeklong festival has already become legendary with its classical dance performances presented in a dreamlike setting of splendidly illuminated temples. Celebrating the charisma of human emotions and religious philosophy, the festival attracts thousands of tourists.
The event enjoys the presence of the best classical dancers from all across India.
Some of the best artists and performers that have marked themselves in their fields come from the various states of India to participate in the festival and the performances including some of the best known dance styles such as the intricate footwork of Kathak, highly stylized and sophisticated Bharathanatyam, soft lyrical temple dance of Odissi, the dance dramas of Kuchipudi, Manipuri, the dance of rare and ancient civilization and Kathakali stage fights with elaborate masks. Recently, modern Indian dances have also found their place in the Khajuraho Dance festival.
The graceful foot-work and enchanting abhinayas moving to the precise accompanists make the evening an absolute delight.
Come to witness a grand presentation of Indian performing arts with Khajuraho temples standing as a beautiful backdrop befitting the occasion.
How to Reach Khajuraho:
By Air: Khajuraho city has its own city airport. The monuments lie 12 kilometers from the airport.
By Rail : Khajuraho city has its own railway station. The monuments are just 5 km from the railhead. By Road: State owned buses and taxis commute to the city.