Cham dance is a sacred performance in Tibetan Buddhism, performed by monks during festivals to honor deities and ward off negative forces. Dancers wear elaborate costumes and masks, representing wrathful deities, protector spirits, and animals. The ritual, set to traditional music, conveys spiritual stories of good overcoming evil and serves as a blessing for the community. Performed in monastery courtyards, the Cham dance symbolizes purification, protection, and spiritual renewal, while…
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