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The Arts of Ancient India. By: Ahlam, Hani, Justice, Sydney. Calendar. The festival of Holi is only celebrated on the night of the full moon in winter. Phangula is the twelfth month of the year and it heralds the spring season. Festivals.
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The Arts of Ancient India By: Ahlam, Hani, Justice, Sydney
Calendar • The festival of Holi is only celebrated on the night of the full moon in winter. • Phangula is the twelfth month of the year and it heralds the spring season.
Festivals • While the people are celebrating the festival, of Holi they forget about the caste system and gender differences.
Culture • The dances of India have a rich history.
Food • The important foods in India are: • Wheat • Rice • Lentils
Influences for the Arts • Music is very important to the religious people. It is played during social gatherings.
Music • Common instruments are: • Tambourines • Flutes • Drums
Celebrations • There are two national holidays in India; Independence Day and Republic Day
Songs/Poetry • The first poem in India came from the Bhagaved Gita. • It was sung in groups.
Early Art • One of the best pieces of early art in India are the great caves which were carved in 500 AD.
Dances • They have many dances in India. Dances can be danced for religious reasons and for happy occasions.
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