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Pattadakal Dance Festival
Pattadakal dance festival is organised by the Government of Karnataka in a small town in Karnataka.

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Pattadakal Dance FestivalPattadakal dance festival is among the vibrant festivals of dance and music. This festival is held every year in the month of January. The dance festival is organised by the Government of Karnataka. It is a renowned Indian dance festivals which is organised in Pattadakal, a small town located in the state of Karnataka. The dance festival aims at staging experimental dance performances. Each dance recital becomes a pioneering experience with metrical beats. This dance festival brings out different forms and styles as well as cultural collaborative performances.

The venue of the vivacious dance festival, Pattadakal serves as a famous cultural centre.

The dance Festival every year unfolds multifaceted talents. It presents an array of Indian classical dance and music. In addition to that, the festival also intends to highlight the realms of accomplishments in the different classical dance and music of India. The event is organised at the setting of the Pattadakal Temples which were constructed during 7th and 8th centuries. The temples have a rich history to share and they present an exceptional blend of north and south architectural styles. Furthermore, the temples have been declared as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.

Pattadakal has been captivating the tourists visiting the place. This dance festival continues with an objective. It proposes to enable artistes from all part of the country to express their views through individual artistic approaches. Furthermore, the dance festival is focused on artistic interchange. This festival provides opportunity to the artistes to form a meeting ground. Noted exponents display their talents in the Pattadakal dance festival. The dance festival along with the exquisite performances holds a sterling position in the Indian Cultural Calendar.

The festival presents the talents of famous dancers from all over India. Pattadakal dance festival becomes a musical treat to all admirers with the blend of dance and music. The event had been attracting many spectators since its commencement. The dance festival is furthermore amplified by the crafts mela which is organised to showcase the works of art of various craftsmen.

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