Thursday, April 2, 2009

History of Belly Dance

Boasting a long and colourful history, Belly Dance has been around for more than 25,000 years.



Some exponents dislike the term, deeming it degrading, while others embrace it, seeing it in tune with the symbolism of the belly. Also known as "Raks Sharki " (translated as "the dance of the people"), it was created to celebrate Mother Earth. In its early days it was a fertility ritual dance and also reflected basic life experiences.

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