Traditional dance festival mesmerizes foreigners

The famous festival of traditional dances kicked off with panache and elegance at Konark in India's eastern Orissa state on Thursday. The event, which has Dream-like dance sequences in the backdrop of a 13th century sun temple captivate audience at the Konark Dance Festival. The five-day long annual gala has developed as a major tourist attraction in recent years, attracting large number of international visitors every year.