Karakattam is a traditional Tamil folk dance that weaves music, rhythm, and worship together in honor of the life-giving power of water. The songs sung while dancing during Karakattam are of profound cultural and religious value, mostly in tribute to water and rain deities such as Mariamman, the rain goddess. The songs and performances have […]Read More
Manipur, a land renowned for its vibrant cultural traditions, is home to a rare and nearly extinct ritual dance—the Mariamman Dance. This dance was once an integral part of religious ceremonies, performed in honor of Goddess Mariamman, a deity associated with rain, healing, and protection from epidemics. Although predominantly found in Tamil Nadu, the worship […]Read More