17th century classical art form staged in India
2009-01-03 07:00:04 GMT2009-01-03 15:00:04 (Beijing Time)
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Indian Kathakali artists perform in Kerala state of India, Jan. 1, 2009. Kathakali is a 17th century ancient classical art form, which through a combination of storytelling, music and dance, expresses themes from Hindu mythology. (Xinhua Photo)
Indian Kathakali artists perform in Kerala state of India, Jan. 1, 2009. (Xinhua Photo)
Indian Kathakali artists prepare to perform in Kerala state of India, Jan. 1, 2009. (Xinhua Photo)
Indian Kathakali artists prepare to perform in Kerala state of India, Jan. 1, 2009. (Xinhua Photo)
Indian Kathakali artists perform in Kerala state of India, Jan. 1, 2009. Kathakali is a 17th century ancient classical art form, which through a combination of storytelling, music and dance, expresses themes from Hindu mythology.