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Tharu Dance Captivates Valmiki Tiger Reserve Tourists
14 Jan
Summary
- Tharu folk dances are a major draw for tourists at Valmiki Tiger Reserve.
- Traditional Tharu dances are performed on weekend evenings for visitors.
- Tour packages integrate cultural performances, enhancing the VTR experience.
Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) in West Champaran has introduced Tharu tribal folk dances as a major tourist draw, enhancing organized tour packages. Traditional performances, including Jhamta, Jhumar, and Dandiya, are now scheduled for Saturday and Sunday evenings within the guesthouse premises, providing visitors with a two-hour cultural spectacle.
This initiative, originating in October 2019, targets overnight visitors, especially those traveling from afar, and has garnered positive feedback from international tourists impressed by the vibrant displays of tribal art and culture. The performances showcase the traditional costumes and lifestyle of the Tharu community.
Tour packages at VTR, ranging from ₹3,500 to ₹5,000 per person, now integrate these cultural elements. These packages include accommodation, food, transport, and sightseeing, contributing to a significant rise in tourist footfall, which more than tripled from 92,264 in 2021-22 to 366,024 in 2022-23.
