Sarayo Dance (सरायो नाच)

Sarayo Nach-dance (सरायो नाच) is a traditional cultural dance form performed predominantly in the mid-western regions of Nepal, particularly in districts such as Rukum, Rolpa, and Salyan. The dance holds significant socio-cultural and ritualistic importance within local communities, often serving as an expression of collective identity, social harmony, and celebration during major festivals, harvest periods, or communal gatherings.

Characterized by synchronized group movements, rhythmic drum beats, and vibrant traditional attire, Sarayo Nach reflects both the agricultural lifestyle and the spiritual traditions of rural Nepalese society. The performers, typically men and women from the same community, dance in coordinated formations while singing folk songs that narrate themes of love, valor, and devotion. The dance not only functions as a form of entertainment but also as an intangible cultural heritage that transmits local history, values, and artistic expressions across generations.