| Origin | Mithila region of the Indian subcontinent |
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Jhijhiya is a cultural dance from the Mithila region of the Indian subcontinent.[1] Jhijhiya is mostly performed at time of Dusshera, in dedication to Durga Bhairavi, the goddess of victory.[2] While performing jhijhiya, women put lanterns made of clay on their head and they balance it while they dance.[3]
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Notes
- ↑ Nishi Sinha (1999). Tourism Perspective in Bihar. APH. p. 39. ISBN 9788170249757.
- ↑ Punam Kumari (1999). Social and cultural life of the Nepalese. Mohit Publications. ISBN 978-81-7445-092-0. Retrieved 16 August 2013.
- ↑ Nishi Sinha (1999). Tourism Perspective in Bihar. APH. p. 40. ISBN 9788170249757.
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