Asta Matrika Dance
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Asta Matrika Dance
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The Asta Matrika Dance also called Gaan: Pyakhan is a traditional dance of Lalitpur district and is performed on the day of Ghatasthapana, the first day of Dasin festival. The dance is estimated to be 350 years old, introduced during the Malla Regime in Kathmandu valley. The dance is performed by the Shakyas and Bajracharyas community. The dance depicts the eight matrikas, namely, Kumari, Indirayeni, Bhramayani, Maheswor, Barahi, Ganesh, Chamunda and Mahalaxmi.
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Traditional dance of Nepal
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asta_Matrika_Dance
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2023-07-17T10:00:19Z
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