Nishagandhi Festival

Every year, from February 21st to 27th renowned classical dancers perform at the Nisangandhi, an open air theatre in Thiruvananthapuram city.

General Information

Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Classical Dance Performances February From 21st To 27th

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Classical dances of almost all the states of India are staged during the festival. Mohiniyattam (Kerala), Bharatha Natyam (Tamil Nadu), Kutchippudi (Andhra Pradesh), Odissi (Orissa), Manipuri (Manipur) and Kathak (a north Indian Classical Dance) are the major dances performed.

Renowned artist and connoisseurs of dance from all over India come to enjoy this cultural treat.

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