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Chhayam

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Instrument from 1892 engraving that resembles modern skor chhaiyam
Instrument from 1892 engraving that resembles modern skor chhaiyam

Chhayam (Khmer: ឆៃយ៉ាំ) is a traditional Khmer musical dance.[1] It is typically performed by a group of dancers in line or circle formation. Male dancers wear loose-fitting pants and shirts, while women dancers wear sampot. Both genders wear ornate jewelry and accessories.[2]

References

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  1. "CARA - Cambodian New Year 2003". 2007-06-07. Archived from the original on 2007-06-07. Retrieved 2020-01-18.
  2. "Chhayam Dance". Historical Society of Long Beach. Retrieved August 11, 2025.