Kandyan Dance Kandyan is a classical dance form from Sri Lanka. The drums used in Kandyan dances are known as Bera in Sinhala. It is an ancient Sinhala custom to play ritual music while seeking the blessings from the guardian deities of the land. 50 dancers performed this piece. | Visit Sri Lanka

Gorthy Anusha on Instagram: "The Kandy cultural dance (often called Kandyan dance) is one of the most famous traditional dance forms in Sri Lanka. It originated in the hill country around Kandy and is performed during ceremonies, festivals, and stage shows for visitors. Here’s what you should know: 🔹 About Kandyan Dance • Origins: It comes from the ritual Kohomba Kankariya, a traditional healing and blessing ceremony. • Style: Very energetic, with acrobatics, drumming, and colorful costumes. •

Lost Ceylon Diaries on Instagram: "This rare footage captures the traditional Kandyan dancers of Sri Lanka, filmed in 1952 for the documentary “Seeing Ceylon” by James A. FitzPatrick. Regarded as one of the oldest and most sacred forms of dance in the island, Kandyan dance originated in the hill country, deeply rooted in ritual, rhythm, and devotion to the gods. Each movement, drumbeat, and gesture reflects centuries of cultural heritage passed through generations a living expression of Sri Lank