Changu Dance by the Juangs	A ‘Juang’ stiching leafplates	A Malhar Woman
Dhenkanal is a homeland for the aborigines. Their life itself is a legato, which fills their life with joy. The tribes like the Juangas, the Santals, the Malhars, the Sabaras, are prominent among nine aboriginal tribes dwelling in different parts of the district from time immemorial with a distinct pattern of living & colourful backdrop of culture.
The Santals are the offsprings of Nature. Their life itself is a festival. Their Song, Dance are Close to the Nature.