Bharatanatyam has its roots in the ancient temples of Tamil Nadu, where it was performed as a devotional dance by the Devadasis, a group of women dedicated to the service of the gods. The dance form was initially known as "Dasi Attam" or "Temple Dance". Over time, it evolved into a highly technical and expressive dance form, influenced by the Hindu epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.
Bharatanatyam has its roots in the ancient temples of Tamil Nadu, where it was performed as a devotional dance by the Devadasis, a group of women dedicated to the service of the gods. The dance form was initially known as "Dasi Attam" or "Temple Dance". Over time, it evolved into a highly technical and expressive dance form, influenced by the Hindu epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.