UNESCO has approved the inclusion of Gujarat's traditional Garba dance in its `Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity', Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced here on ...

In the Sadu Mata Ni Pol area of Ahmedabad, a 200-year-old ritual unfolds every year on the eighth night of Navratri. Men in sarees perform Garba in a tradition known as Saduma na Garba, honouring an ...

Garba is often seen as a vibrant folk dance performed during Navratri, filled with colorful attire, music, and energetic movements. Yet, beneath the festive rhythm lies a deeper spiritual and symbolic ...

Navratri, the nine-night festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, is more than just a celebration; it is a cultural phenomenon that brings people together through music, dance, and tradition. One of the ...

Women dressed in traditional wear perform a Garba dance rehearsal around a ceremonial earthen pot ahead of the "Navratri" in Ahmedabad on October 9, 2023. Traditionally, Garba is performed around an ...

Koli garba: Energetic, swift footwork In the Saurashtra region of the state, the Koli community, known for their fishing heritage, has long celebrated Navratri, Janmashtami and special occasions like ...

With the beginning of the festive season, celebrations have started nationwide. During navratri, people indulge in religious activities and merry making. Garba is a popular form of dance that is very ...

UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage inscribed ‘Garba of Gujarat’ on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity ...

Garba is a high-energy folk dance that originated in Gujarat The 9 days of Navratri are celebrated to welcome the arrival of Goddess Durga. Devotees, during the auspicious occasion, worship the nine ...