Explore the living legacy of an ancient civilization through its ever-changing traditional
and contemporary arts community. India presents an unparalleled diversity of religions,
languages, and cultures. Its art, architecture, music, theater, and dance offer
a dramatic reflection of the nation’s intricate cultural mosaic.
Based in Delhi,
a city with a rich artistic heritage and a lively contemporary arts scene, the program
helps students develop an appreciation of India as a center of Asian civilization.
Even as modern technology has begun to transform the country, India has maintained
its deeply religious roots. Hinduism is practiced by eighty percent of the population
and those religious beliefs along with those of the other religions there have permeated
every level of society from worship to social systems to diet. Indian art draws
from this same religious well, and displays a deep, vibrant pageantry that can be
overwhelming from a Western perspective.
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