Welcome Menuri from Sri Lanka to Fleet

Menuri is a distinguished Kandyan dancer

Naomi Booth :: Wednesday 27th November 2024 :: This Story

Ocean stars was delighted to welcome Menuri from Sri Lanka to Fleet. Menuri is a distinguished Kandyan dancer, and we were privileged to have her perform for us on two occasions.

Kandyan dancing is popularly known as Udarata Natum derived its name from the traditional dance forms peculiar to the central region of Sri Lanka. The origin of Kandyan dancing can be traced back to the time of the Nayakkar rulers who ascended the throne of the Kandyan Kingdom 300 years ago. Kandyan dancing is a refined art form that has been associated with religious rituals and state ceremonies for centuries. The dancers wear elaborate costumes including a headdress. This costume is known as the Ves costume. The headdress incorporates a metallic front which makes the dancer look taller than he is. The complete costume also includes anklets that produce a metallic rattle each.

Thank you Menuri for bringing Sri Lanka to us here in Fleet.