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Tribal Dance in Andaman - The Nicobarese dance of Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a mesmerizing tribal circular dance. It is mainly performed during the Ossuary Feast or the Pig Festival in or near the houses in the island of Car Nicobar. This dance is devoted to the deceased head of the family. It is observed with night long dancing in the full moonlight under the swaying palms. The dancers dressed in coconut fronds step charmingly in time to traditional songs. The group has a leader under whose control the dancers step right and left, jump in harmony, and come down on heels. They also sing clearly and in unison. Feasting and good food followed by a pig fight in the morning are other highlights of the celebration. The most popular musical instrument used for the dance is Guitar.
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