Suggi dance is a male only fold dance form performed in Halakki tribes of Uttarakannada, Karnataka during March ( full moon day, Holi day)

Just like every traditional dance in India Suggi  dance also carries a rich symbolism which is largely associated with nature. The y use a unique turban which is decorated with colorful ornaments, small wooden birds( now they use thermocol)  , peacock feathers which resembles a tree. And the colors used are red , green yellow and white which symbolizes nature’s colors.

A good observation can show that the steps or moves other dancing style shows elements of nature such as waves of sea , curves of growing vines, flowing rivers to name few . The dance starts with slow movements of the step and then it accelerates and ends with high speed dance movements and steps which shows the different  faces of nature. The style of woman is also simulated through the dance steps  but interestingly there is no place for woman in the team.  The accompanying music  or songs  are more like devotional songs  which directly relate to Hindu Mythology.

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