Historical Sights and Heritage

Traditional Dance & Performing Arts

• Yakshagana – A vibrant folk theatre that combines dance, music, and storytelling, popular in coastal Karnataka.
• Dollu Kunitha – A high-energy drum dance, performed during festivals and religious gatherings.
• Veeragase – A warrior dance performed during Dussehra celebrations.
• Bharatanatyam – Karnataka has produced many renowned Bharatanatyam dancers.