Cambodia - Siem Reap - Apsara Dancers Performance

Beautiful Apsara dancers perform at Jasmine restaurant in Siem Reap. The ancient artform of Apsara dance is loaded with the symbolism of each move or position the dancers perform. Basic dance training takes 6 years with a further 5 or 6 years to mature artistically, learning some 1500 positions in total. The dancers are sewn into their silk tunics before each performance to ensure a tight fit. During the rein of Jayavarman VII, 3000 dancers performed exclusively for the king.

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Beautiful Apsara dancers perform at Jasmine restaurant in Siem Reap. The ancient artform of Apsara dance is loaded with the symbolism of each move or position the dancers perform. Basic dance training takes 6 years with a further 5 or 6 years to mature artistically, learning some 1500 positions in total. The dancers are sewn into their silk tunics before each performance to ensure a tight fit. During the rein of Jayavarman VII, 3000 dancers performed exclusively for the king.