Bhangra is the famous folk dance from Punjab in the northern part of India. People traditionally performed Bhangra when celebrating the harvest and it is closely associated with farming, the main occupation in Punjab. Bhangra is a dance that is performed by Punjabi farmers after a successful harvest.

A typical performance consists of between four and eight dancers, one singer and one drummer. The drummer, who plays the dhol, a large two-headed barrel shaped wooden drum played with two sticks, accompanies the dancers. In addition, a singer will sing boliyaan, traditional folk songs from the Punjab. While performing Bhangra, which many believe originated in the 1400s, the men wore a turban, Chadra (long cloth wrapped around the waist), and Kurta (traditional Punjabi shirt).

Even though the dance originated in Punjab and was performed when celebrating the harvest, it has come a long way. Today, Bhangra is performed all over the world and on occasions such as weddings, receptions, and parties. Many universities across the world hold annual Bhangra competitions as well. Bhangra is becoming more popular not only among Americans, but among various cultures worldwide.

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