The traditional folk dance of Punjab is known as Bhangra.
It originated in the Sialkot area of Punjab which is now in Pakistan.
It is usually performed in the season of harvest.
Bhangra is a very lively dance form.
It involves many leaps, kicks and bends of the performer’s body.
Bhangra is performed in groups of several dancers.
It is accompanied by short songs known as boliyan.
The beat of the drum is another crucial part of Bhangra.
Bhangra is traditionally performed in cultural festivals during Vaisakhi season.
Bhangra is often performed by Punjabi farmers while doing their daily work.