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Bookmark or Share- Attan - The traditional and national dance of AfghanistanAttan is a traditional Afghan dance; It's origin lies in the Afghan Pashtoon tribes pagan yester-years and usually involved men performing a ritual dance. This was later modified into a Muslim dance of soldiers to allow the dancers to get 'closer to God' before they advanced on their missions.
- Attan | dance | BritannicaThe performance of the attan dance in the open air has long been a feature of Afghan life. It became the national dance of the Pashtun and then of the entire country. Under the Taliban regime, however, all performances of music and dance—and even listening to or watching the…. Read More.
- Attan Dance: History, Styles, Attires, Music & MoreThe Attan dance (Pashtun: اتڼ) is a social dance often performed in groups. The dancers form a circle and perform a series of twirls and steps to the rhythm of a drumbeat. Traditionally, a Pashtun troupe performs the dance, displaying their martial prowess by waving swords and guns in the air.
- The evolution and persistence of the Attan danceThis ceremonial dance holds significance in various cultural events such as weddings, festivals, and historically, even during periods of conflict and war. Rich in cultural symbolism, Attan is often performed with handkerchiefs and swords, serving as a reminder of the performers’ glorious and victorious past.
- A journey across borders and continents - QOSHEThe Attan dance, originating from the mountains of Afghanistan and dating back to pre-Islamic times, remains an integral part of Pakhtun culture today. It is typically performed to the beat of a dhol (drum) or other instruments such as the tabla, the 18-stringed Robab, the surnai flute (also known...
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