BHARATHANATYAM INDIAN TRADITIONAL DANCE

In the ancient era, Bhathanatyam called Sadira Attam. It is a classical dance aboriginal to Tamil Nadu. Bharathanatyam is 2,000 years old. This dance was invented by the ancient god call Lord Bhrama to Bharta who structure the dance in form of text called Natya Shastra.

Bharathanatyam is also used to reveal the stories of ancient gods, That is why people also called Bharthanatyam as feeling express dance. Bhartahnatyam expresses every feeling and emotion by the dance, It is very difficult to practice because of the stages. This dance can be practice by both males and females. 

In ancient times, before they perform Bharathanatyam they pray to Lord Shiba who is the god of dance in Hindu mythology. In Hindu mythology, people say that Lord Shiva will be a part of the dance whenever they pray before the performance. 

Here some pictures that can prove Bharthanatyam is an expressive dance.

 The movements of Bharathanatyam are unique and pure. For every Indian this dance is important. This dance move can't be found in any western dance. The dancers can't wear any dress when they perform or learn Bharatham. These are the suitable dress for them. It is called the Saree.

Every true Indian can practice this pure and tender dance call Bharathanatyam. The meaning of Bharthanatyam is 'Bha' is an expression, 'Ra' is music, 'Ta' is rhythm and Natyam is dance. To learn these dances there are no age barriers, but some professional dancers like Shobana say it will be easy when we learn this dance at age of 5. 

Bharathaanatyam is also a way for you to maintain your health. Some researchers say that Bharthanatyam is best for our physical and mental health. Famous doctors and choreographers state that Bharthanatyam can lose weight and maintain our body curves.

You too can learn Bharthanatyam. Evet true Indian must learn this dance!