Modhera Dance Festival

Modhera is a place located at least 100 km northwest of Ahmedabad. The nearest railway station to Modhera is Mehasana. The sun temple of Modhera is a popular tourist destination in the state. Modhera Dance Festival attracts national and international tourists every year. In 2011, the festival will take off from January 21 and last for two days until January 25.

Over the years, the dance event has gained immense prominence among the art lovers. It is an ideal time for India travel. Tourists coming to the state of Gujarat in January can experience the art and architecture of the temple and stunning shows over two days!

The sun temple of Modhera, one of the ideal backdrops of the festival takes the center stage in the month of January. This important religious site of the Hindus known for its carvings is the venue for the dance festival of Modhera. The Gujarat Tourism Corporation organizes this festival of India. Classical dance forms are the main highlight of the two-day event that welcomes various dance exponents across the country. Eminent dance guru, academic heads, students, and dancers are part of the visitor's profile here.

Traditional and regional dance performances make this festival a sough after one. The blend of art and culture is reflected with the two-day festival in Modhera, Mehasana sitrct in Gujarat.

Garba, the ethnic dance form of the state is presented to the audience in many forms. There are popular Garba dance troupes bring in live music and entertainment for the audience. Classical dances at the festival include kathak, Bhatatnatyam, Kathakali, and Odissi. The regional dances of Kuchipdi and Manipuri give it the event a diverse look. In contemporary India, these dance forms have evolved in new styles and form. Many of the performances in 2011, will focus on the changing trends of classical dances.