Culture

Bhogi Mantalu : On the occasion of Bhogi Pandugan, which is the first day of the four-day harvest festival of Pongal celebrated in South India, a ritual known as Bhogi Mantalu takes place. In the early morning, bonfires are lit in front of…
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Gussadi : A Traditional dance performed by the Gond tribes, particularly the Rajagonds of Adilabad district in Telangana, during the Diwali festival. It is a form of tribal dance that is performed by men in groups called Dandari groups,…
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Dandari : The Gonds, an indigenous community, consider dances as a significant part of their festivals, auspicious occasions, and other celebrations. During Diwali, which is a major festival for them, they perform various types of dances…
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Garaga : An unique and ancient folk dance style prevalent in the East and West Godavari districts of Andhra Pradesh. It is also known as the ghata dance. The dance is performed with a form of the Goddess Garagalu, hence the name Garaga. …
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Dhimsa : A popular dance form in Araku Valley. People from all walks of life, regardless of age, social status, or wealth, participate in the Dimsa dance. This dance brings immense joy to the tribal communities who face challenging living…
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Lambadi : Dance also known as Banjara dance, performed by the Banjaras, Lambadis, and Sugalis, who are a tribal community engaged in agricultural work such as plowing and harvesting. These communities live in villages and towns close to…
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Kommu Nrityam : Also known as Periyakok Aata in the Koya language, is a traditional dance performed by the tribes living in the coastal areas of Godavari, particularly the Koyas. The dance is named "Periyakok" because the plowman wears…
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Bommala Koluvu : In Andhra Pradesh, families with female children traditionally display dolls for nine days during Dussehra and three days during Sankranti. The specific celebration may vary depending on household customs, with some…
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Samkuramayya : The belief you mentioned about Sankurumayya visiting the earth during the month of Sankranti and the results being calculated based on the vehicle he arrives on is not a widely known or documented tradition. It's possible…
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Kashi Kavadi : A Cultural practice where a person dressed in saffron robes carries a Kavadi on their shoulder. The Kavadi consists of two baskets or containers covered with a yellow cloth, attached to the Kavadi, and adorned with turmeric,…
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