Kandy Cultural Show Ticket
- Originally performed by Indian shamans, Kandyan dancing is a celebration of Sri Lankan tradition and culture
- Enjoy ritual dances known as the Kohomba Kapkariya that depicts graceful movements of birds and animals
- Be thrilled with acrobatic performances where men do pirouettes and stunts such as plate-spinning
- Watch how dancers elegantly sway and move with their ornament-rich costumes and tiaras
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Believed to be originally performed by Indian shamans who came to the island many centuries ago, Kandyan dancing is a celebration of the rich traditions of Sri Lankan culture. The dance which traces its origin from the ancient ritual known as the Kohomba Kapkariya, focuses on dynamism, powerful footwork, leaps, and whirls that imitate several movements from birds and animals. The whole performance is graced by colorful costumes, masked dances, and thrilling fire acts! To make the show more exciting, some men perform a series of acrobats and stunts such as plate-spinning.
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It’s not exactly Kandy cultural dance show in main center. But still worthy to try.
Show got cancelled due to sri lankan presidential elections. Was disappointed
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