#Kutiyattam was recognized by UNESCO in 2001 as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

This ancient dance-drama form is considered the oldest surviving classical theatre tradition in the world.

#InternationalDanceDay

ich.unesco.org/en/RL/kutiya...

#PhotoOfTheDay: Kathakali #Dance

#Kathakali is a traditional form of Indian #Classical Dance, and one of the most complex forms of Indian theatre

Kathakali is closely related a more ancient theater artform called #Kutiyattam.

#InternationalDanceDay

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kathakali