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One thing that enthralls one and
all in Heritage festivals is cultural programmes. Without
them, festivals never wear the festive look. In Andhra
Pradesh, especially Hyderabad, where people from
different traditions are living such kind of festivals
encompassing various traditional dances and cultural
events provides entertainment as well as information
about our rich culture.
Likewise, the recently held week long A.P. Culture
and Heritage festival that was conducted by Andhra
Pradesh Tourism Department, had a stream of traditional
activities all through. Tapettagullu, Buttabommalu,
Garagala dance, Perani dance, Bonala, Kolaatam,
Lambadi dance, Burra Katha and what not!
The festival had everything to attract the visitors.
Besides these cultural programmes, the Heritage fest
also hosted a 'Santha' (Exhibition of various
goods that reflects the tradition and culture of the
State). There were many stalls this time and offered
plenty of options to the visitor to take home the crafts
which were aesthetically made.
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ON TOP OF THE WORLD
A group of men forming a human pyramid and allowing
an enthusiastic performer to climb over and entertain
visitors. As the man climbs, the fellow supporters
encourage him with delightful music.
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REGALING IN MUSIC
They regale everyone with their astounding music
and dance. These kind of dance performances add
colour to the festivals.
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A DUMBFOUND DATTATREYA
Union Minister, Mr. Bandaru Dattatreya having
a glance at the beautiful sarees near a textile
stall in 'Santa', arranged as part of the
Heritage festival.
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PERFORMING 'TAPPETAGULLU'
Tappetagullu, one kind of traditional
dance, in which performers hold a 'tappeta'
(Metal plate) and rattle it in a rhythmic way.
At the same time, all dancers entertain the viewers
by dancing according to the tappeta music.
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JUMPING MANDRILL
Imitating Lord Hanuman, an artiste allured each
and every one at the Heritage fest with his monkeying
acts.
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DANCING GODS
Performers wearing the mask of some popular Hindu
Gods and dancing with fervour. The show gave an
impression that all Gods have climbed down from
the heaven to gather at one place.
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