Indian Traditional Arts

India with its rich and distinctive past has been the centre for art lovers since times immemorial. The affluence and diversity of the Indian art forms has attracted invaders and rulers from world over who have all left a mark of their own on India’s culture which can be clearly seen in the diverse literature, music and architecture though with a unique novelty.

The land of Lord Ram has its existence since time unknown. With traces of Harappan civilization as early as 2000BC the Indian architecture has always been the most innovative and well planned. .The rock cut caves in Ajanta and Ellora, the elaborately designed temples and the sturdy forts and palaces speaks volumes about the traditional architecture. The sculptures which have been recovered from the archaeological sites helps in tracing the deepness of efficiencies of traditional artists.

The traditional Indian knowledge in the ancient literatures and the teachings in the Upanishads and Vedas are motivational and still inspire people the world over. The Yoga which is traditional India’s gift to the world has benefited millions all over.
The varied forms of traditional dance and music with their pleasing notations are still immensely popular. The use of hands fingers and gestures in all the traditional forms of dancing- Bharatnatyam, Kathakali and Manipuri make the music alive before the spectators.

The Indian paintings and pottery has an excellent use of colors and effects which are fresh till date.

Birthplace of many religions the Indian tradition has a deep religious impact throughout generations. Indian theatres are believed to be the world’s oldest.

India has such an elaborate content of traditional arts which are difficult for anyone to learn about all of them in a lifetime.