National Geographic Travelのインスタグラム(natgeotravel) - 11月12日 00時37分

Photo by @sarmistha_bera / Wearing a mask that represents a character from Hindu mythology, this dancer in Purulia, a city in West Bengal, performs a Chhau dance. The dancers play out scenes from mythological events, often performing at festivals and special occasions. Purulia is one of only two places that don the expressive masks, such as the one of Lord Ganesh here.

In Purulia, the dance form exhibits the spontaneity of folk art. This dance form is sustained and developed by the people of Purulia. As a popular art form throughout East India, Chhau has earned a spot on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity List. Purulia is one of only two places that don the expressive masks, such as the one of Lord Ganesh here.

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