Jhumar
Jhumar or Jhoomar (also called Ghumbar in the Sandalbar area) is a traditional Punjabi dance in Pakistan, it originates from Sandal Bar and Chaj Doab regions of Punjab[1][2][3].The word "Jhumar" comes from Jhum/Jhoom, which means to sway in Multani, Jhangochi and Jangli Dialects of punjabi.Jhumar is usually performed at wedding ceremonies in Punjab.[4] The dance is also performed in circle, to the tune of emotional songs.[4]
Origin
[edit]Jhoomar is the traditional punjabi folk dance that originates from Multan and Sandal Bar regions of punjab.
See also
[edit]References
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