World Cultural Celebration

World Cultural Celebration

Middle Eastern dancer

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A joyous Middle Eastern dancer throws up his arms in celebration.

Representative of Tibet at the World Cultural Celebration

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Tibet, including Jumpa in his traditional dress, was represented at the celebration with a display table.
Indian dancer

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This dancer displayed bhangra dancing from the Punjab region of India, a 500-year-old tradition. Henna

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Intricate hand paintings, including mehndi henna decorations from India, are an important part of some cultures.
Chinese dancers

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Evergreen senior citizen dancers from China, who range in age from 71-90, smile while demonstrating their culture.
Henna

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Dansoa Kagnassiu represented Togo in the World Cultural Celebration fashion show in Towsley Auditorium.