1. Kangra District

  • Jhamakra – A lively group dance performed during festive occasions.
  • Jhoori – A graceful women’s dance, depicting themes of love and longing.
  • Dandaras – A stick dance performed by men, symbolizing warrior traditions.

2. Mandi District

  • Nati – The most famous folk dance, performed in circular formations.
  • Bisu Dance – Celebrated during the Bisu festival, marking the New Year.
  • Lahauli Nati – A regional variant of Nati, performed with slow movements.

3. Kullu District

  • Kullu Nati – A vibrant festival dance, especially performed during Dussehra.
  • Dhili Nati – A slower-paced dance, performed gracefully in groups.
  • Luddi Dance – A celebratory dance symbolizing happiness and prosperity.

4. Chamba District

  • Dandaras Dance – A high-energy dance using sticks, performed by men.
  • Shunto – A slow, graceful dance performed during social gatherings.
  • Gugga Dance – A folk dance in honor of Gugga Pir, a revered local deity.

5. Shimla District

  • Bakayang Dance – A traditional folk dance performed in the rural areas.
  • Rasa Dance – A rhythmic dance performed during major celebrations.
  • Kayang Dance – A joyful dance often performed at weddings.

6. Kinnaur District

  • Kayang Dance – A high-energy group dance featuring intricate footwork.
  • Chharhi Dance – Performed during religious processions and temple fairs.
  • Bushu Dance – A lively dance that reflects the enthusiasm of the Kinnauri people.

7. Lahaul & Spiti District

  • Chham Dance – A sacred Buddhist masked dance performed by monks.
  • Shaboo Dance – A winter folk dance of Lahaul, performed to celebrate the season.
  • Ghurehi Dance – A traditional dance associated with local festivals.

8. Solan District

  • Thoda Dance – A martial dance performed before traditional archery competitions.
  • Gugga Dance – Dedicated to Gugga Pir, a warrior saint worshipped in the region.

9. Sirmaur District

  • Harul Dance – A devotional dance performed in honor of local deities.
  • Rasol Dance – A folk dance associated with religious celebrations.

10. Bilaspur District

  • Gee Dance – A traditional dance performed during fairs and festivals.
  • Gugga Dance – A spiritual folk dance honoring Gugga Pir.

11. Una District

  • Jhoori Dance – A romantic dance narrating folk love stories.
  • Dhaman Dance – A group dance performed during social gatherings.

12. Hamirpur District

  • Nati Dance – A graceful and rhythmic folk dance performed in circles.
  • Jhoori Dance – A women’s dance expressing emotions of love and joy.
  • Dhaman Dance – A community dance performed during harvest festivals.

Himachali Traditional Nati