Ghatu dance tells the story of King Pashramu and Queen Yambawati and performed by two main dancers. Very commonly, unmarried girls from 11 to 19 years old perform this dance.
Sorathi dance is performed during Tihar and Dashain festivals. It retells the story about a king having seven wives and his tragic life story, with a lesson on evil and good deeds.
One of the oldest dance forms of Gorkha community in Eastern Himalayas. The dance features a clown, called ‘Dhatu Waray’ meaning liar, accompanies these dancers and acts as a comedian.
This dance form showcases cultural practices of the Limbu people as they sing 'Palam'. This dance form narrates the history and the mythical beliefs of the Limbus community.
A traditional dance form worshiping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, praying for success, peace and good crops for their village.
Lakhey is believed to be a devil who chase away other devils, and punishing those trespassing his territory. Lakhey dance is performed during Indra Jatra festival falling in the month of September.
Folk dance of the Tamang community, known as straightforward, honest, and hardworking people. The Damphu (hand drum) is central to the dance and it showcases the life through music.
Popular among the Rai and Kirat communities, this dance is performed by Rai community during Sakela Ubhauli and Sakela Udhauli, twice a year during Baisakh Purnima (full moon) and Dhanya Purnima.
Popular in the Kathmandu Valley and among the Newar community, Dhime is a rhythm-centric dance where the people dance to the music of the ‘Dhime baja’ (a type of drum) which sets a very energetic vibe during the festival.
A popular dance, especially among Brahmins and Chhetris perform this dance with musical instruments such as khaijadi (a type of traditional drum), singing bhajans and songs dedicated to the Gods, along with theatrical performances.