Ayala Dance: A Cultural Heritage in Motion
Ayala Dance, also known as Al Ayyala, is a traditional folk dance deeply embedded in the cultural heritage of the United Arab Emirates and Oman. This dance, performed primarily by men and boys, involves participants holding thin bamboo canes and moving in unison to a steady rhythm set by drums. The synchronized movements, coupled with poetic chants and rhythmic drumming, create an evocative display of the region's history and values.
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