The culture of the Dravidian peoples has historically been influenced by that of North India (especially by Hinduism), but also by that of Europe, especially Early Modern Europe during colonialisation.The identity of Ancient Dravidians is a matter of much debate. It has been challenged and contested by some as a conspiracy by colonialists to 'divide-and-conquer' South Asia.yet to others the Dravidians were the originators of the Harappan civilisation.Men traditionally wore types of dhoti like lungi and mundu. The style of draping has changed and simplified over the years. Dravidian women wore some of the finest silk clothing of their times. Young Dravidian women wear different clothing to married women who wear saris to show they are unmarried.
n ancient Dravidian culture hair was regarded as the source of great force, intimately tied to powers of sexuality, aggression, and supernatural energies.[5] Much like their East-Asian counterparts, ancient Dravidian men wore their hairs into top knots and adorned them with flowers and ornaments.The style of top knot and ornaments worn varied with social status. The concept of this may be as early as the Indus Valley Civilization as featured in the Pashupati seal. Unlike other gods, Shiva is known for his top-knotted hair, hinting at his Dravidian origins. Following this, even today, rishis all over India wear top-knots as a symbol of divinity and authority.
Kalamezhuthu was an ancient Dravidian art form connected with religious rituals.
Many of the folk dances of modern South India were derived from rituals of Ancient DravidiansKanyarkali
Koothu
Kummi
Theyyam
Yakshagana
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