Kandy Cultural Show Ticket

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Maligawa Bus Stop, Anagarika Dharmapala Mawatha, Kandy 20000
  • 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

What to expect

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.

Dancer in costume
The intricate and beautifully designed costumes compliment the stunning show
Fire act
Be thrilled with the fire stunts of men performers by the end of the show
Female dancer
Kandyan dance is the national dance of the country that reflect its rich tradition and culture
Fire dance act
Watch how the performers reveal the ancient story of a king that suffered a mysterious illness

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