Tags : travel

Ancient history

FOLK DANCE: TRADITIONAL MEDIA FORMS OF INDIA

India is a country with a plethora of cultural treasures and dance is one of them. Dance is a fully-fledged art form, belonging to the 'performing arts' which allows a human to express his feelings, thoughts and experiences.In Hindu mythology, dance is believed to have been conceived by Brahma. Lord Brahma is said to have inspired the sage Bharata Muni to write the Natya Shastra, a treatise on performing arts, from which a codified practice of dance and drama emerged. The best known of Hindu deities Shiva, Kali and Krishna are typically represented by dancing. Shiva's cosmic dance, Read More

Lifestyle Modern history

WINES – THE BOOZY TALES

History of wines is very ancient, it is an alcoholic beverage it is made with fermented grapes. Wines is a 1000-year-old drink, in china it is made from (7000 B.C), Georgia (6000 B.C), Itlay (4000B.C). It is consumed by its intoxicating effects. Wine played an important role in religions Red wine was associated with blood by ancient Egyptians. Read More

Ancient history

FAIRS & FESTIVALS: TRADITIONAL MEDIA FORMS OF INDIA

Fairs and Festivals were the socializing event for people, they used to gather and meet each other once in a while, decorations were done and great feast was served. Fairs and festivals acted as a traditional media for our forefathers. Some traditional and cultural rituals were also performed like, the involvement of elders telling stories and performing folk dance and music. The culture still continues. Read More