Nishagandhi festival
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The Nishagandhi festival, a seven-day cultural fiesta is held in the Nishagandhi Auditorium on the lush grounds of Kanakakunnu Palace, Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala.
Each evening showcases various classical dance forms such as Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Mohiniyattam, Manipuri, and Kuchipudi, performed by both renowned artists and emerging talents. The festival also features Kathakali performances, classical music, arts and crafts exhibitions, and a food festival, offering a rich cultural experience. Entry is free, making it accessible to a broad audience.
In 2025, the festival will be held from 14th Feb to 20th Feb. and will feature dancers like Parshwanath S. Upadhye & Adithya P.V, Bidya Das & Lucky Prajna Pratisthita Mohanty, Sandra Pisharody, Amrita Lahiri, Dr. Methil Devika & Group, Vidhya Subramanian, Vyjayanthi Kashi & Prateeksha Kashi and many other professional dancers.
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