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sri lankan traditional dance – By Malsha – eLanka Sri Lanka has a rich tradition of dance and cultural performances, including classical dance forms and folk dances. Some of the traditional dances in Sri Lanka include: Kandyan dance: a classical dance form that originated in the central hills of Sri Lanka and is performed to traditional drum music. devil dance: A ritual dance performed during the annual “Perahera” festival in Kandy, Sri Lanka. low country dance: A dance form that originated in the southern low-lying areas      of     Sri Lanka, performed to the accompaniment of a drum orchestra. Sabaragamuwa dance: A classical dance form originating from the Sabaragamuwa Province of Sri Lanka, performed by male dancers. Udarata dance: A classical dance form originating from the central hills of Sri Lanka, performed by male and female dancers. These dances are an important part of Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage and ...