Punjabi Music and Culture

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'Vivacious' is one word that tells us about Punjabi culture.
Punjabis are extremely energetic, hard working and hospitable.
The cuisine is delicious and a guest in a Punjabi home is honored to the maximum.
Punjabi songs are full of melody.
The beats of drum (dhol) and the rhythm of the steel spoon on the dholak is a simple style but adds to the exuberance of Punjabi music.
The dance styles of Punjab has more flavor with its bhangra, giddha, kikli and sammi.
Punjabi songs and dances are very much compulsory during get togethers and festivals.
The festivals of Punjab makes the culture more interesting.
There is a riot of colors in the pagdi-turban and phulkari dupattas, that comes out during the Baisakhi festival.
The traditional dress of the Punjabis comprising of the salwar-kameez for women and lehenga-kurta with a waistcoast has many colors and styling.
Turban styles can be explored and is compulsory for all Sikhs.
The people of Punjab are very warm by nature.
They respect all cultures and weddings in a Punjabi family is a great occasion.
Along with marigolds, silks and the delicacies there is a distinct Indianness felt in each ritual.
Punjabi songs at the wedding range from emotional interludes to very peppy beats, where there is a constant chiding of the bride and groom.
A sense of humor is essential to enjoy the wedding songs.
The architecture of Punjab is very well seen in the Bhakra dam and Punjab fort.
Punjab also has leading academic institutions and scope for education.
The main occupation is agriculture which is well irrigated and abounds with produce specific to the season.
The state is self sufficient and there is a great deal of effort by the Punjabis to maintain their culture.
Punjabis are known for their keen interest in dress sense and up to date fashion essentials.
They love to participate in all events and are sportive by nature.
The balance is well maintained by yielding to western influences of pop culture in their bhangra beats and showing allegiance to God in the chants of Gurbani.
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