Apsara Dance

One of two major forms of Khmer dancing, Apsara dance incorporates some parts of both forms. The oldest traditional or popular dance has its roots in animism and primitive magic with Hindu forms, which was introduced in the early first century. Classical dance took on its own unique form, adding movements and meaning, during the reigns of Kings Jayavarman II to VII. At the heart of classical dance is the Apsara. The graceful movements of the Apsara dancers, adorned with gold headdresses, silken tunics and skirts, are carved on the walls of many temple at Angkor.

Apsara Dance