Monday, January 2, 2012

I am back after almost 4 months of sabbatical from this blog. I was inspired to do this small article which is dedicated to my native place Mangalore in the southern state of Karnataka.

About Mangalore: Mangalore, a picturesque port town embraced by the vast expanse of Arabian sea and the mystic Western Ghats is a desirable destination for a laid-back holiday experience. Mangalore has a tropical climate.


Mangalore is demographically diverse with several languages, including Tulu, Kannada, Konkani, and Beary commonly spoken

Best time to Visit: The most ideal months to visit Mangalore are from December to February as the the humidity and heat are at their lowest.

Cuisine:
Mangalore is known for its unique cuisine mainly for its special seafood dishes and the delicacies prepared with the Coconut milk and chillies.




Dance:
Dance and festivals form an integral part of the culture of Mangalore.There are several popular classical dance forms and folk art . People actively take part and celebrate these festivals with great enthusiasm. Some of the famous dance forms are listed below:

Yakhshagana:

Dance drama is one of the most famous and ancient folk dances of South India.It is performed throughout Mangalore is synonymous with several classical dance forms and folk art. Yakshagana dance -drama of Mangalore is an ancient form of folk dance. Performed throughout the night, it beautifully brings out the lifestyle and culture of the people.
















TigerDance or Hulivesha:

A unique form of folk dance in Dakshina Kannada,it is mainly performed on Dussehra and Krishna Janmashthami. This unique form of folk dance is popular with all generation.


















Note : The above photos are clicked from different locations within Mumbai.

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