India, Feb. 10 -- An evening of culture and tradition came alive as the Royal Thai Embassy and ICCR presented a beautiful Khon dance performance in the Capital titled 'Khon Thai Masked Dance Drama'.

A revered Thai art form, Khon derives its name from a two-faced drum that sets the rhythm. This art form blends classical dance, lyrical storytelling, and live traditional music and is recognised by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage.

The event opened with Thailand's charge d'Affaires Thirapath Mongkolnavin highlighting the significance of Khon, saying, "It's more than just a performance. It carries centuries of history, linking Thailand's Ramakien with India's Ramayana."

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