South India is full of various traditional and classical dances. Since the ancient period, various dance and music festivals and competitions had been organised. Some of them are discussed below:Chennai Dance and Music Festival
Every year from the mid December to mid-January, the Chennai Dance and Music Festival is organised in Chennai.
Chidambaram Dance Festival
The Chidambaram Dance Festival is organised in the holy city of Chidambaram, which is situated about 245 km from Chennai.
The Natyanjali festival of Chidambaram is dedicated to Lord Siva. Every year during the month of February or March, the dance festival is held in the temple premises.
Mamallapuram Dance Festival
The Mamallapuram Dance Festival is organised every year from early January to the first week of February at the venue of Arjuna's Penance.
Nishigandhi Dance Festival
The Nishagandhi dance festival is organised in the Nishagandhi open-air theatre in the Kanakakunnu Palace compound.
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