Sri Lankan main dances

01.Udarata Natum or Upcountry Dance as it names it is derived in hill country. Therefore, it is called Kandyan Dance. Though its origin is in Upcountry, the dance form is practice all over the country. The upcountry dance form is mostly performed in the open air. This dance is performed as an offering to the gods. 

02.Pahatharata or Law-country dance is also a special Sri Lankan traditional dance form practiced all over the country. As the name of the dance says it was originated in down south of the country called Pahatharata. 

03.Sabaragamu dance is originated in Ratnapuara where the Shrine of god Sumana Saman is situated. The dance form is specialized for the rituals related to the God Sumana Saman. This dance form also has a special drum called Daula.