Date : 25th February to 2nd March
(every year till 2009)
This seven-day cultural extravaganza is held every spring in the town
of Khajuraho in order to celebrate the glory of the temples. It is
believed that classical dance basically comes from the Hindu temples and
attained it's maturity. This Festival is a cultural festival for the
celebration of the Indian arts- dance and music handling down from
generation to generation. The Khajuraho Festival of Dances shows the
best classical dancers and dances in the country. It is held during the
month of March from 6th to 12th. Different classical dances are
presented during this festival, like the -Kathak, Bharatnatyam,
Kuchipudi, Odissi, Manipuri etc.
The main idea behind this dance festival of india is to make the
cultural heritage of Khajuraho relevant to the present society and
preserving it for the coming generation. On this occasion a number of
renowned artists and craftsmen participates in the workshop and seminar
and present their art to the numerous visitors and tourist. And during
this seven days festival, there is also a market in an open field where
the visitors can get the entire local made articles of Khajuraho. This
festival is known not only in our country but also to the outside world
at large.
This festival has reached almost epic proportions transcending borders
to reach enthusiasts the world over. Classical dancers are on a rare
high as they take center-stage to perform, with the floodlit temples in
the Western section providing a spectacular backdrop.
