Punjabi Culture is the culture of the Punjab region. It is one of the oldest in world history, dating from ancient antiquity to the modern era. The Punjabi Culture is the culture of the Punjabi people who are now distributed throughout the world. The scope, history, sophistication and complexity of the culture are vast. Some of the main areas include, Punjabi Philosophy, poetry, spirituality, education, artistry, music, cuisine, science, technology, military warfare, architecture, traditions, values and history.[citation needed]Contents [hide]
1 Middle Age Punjabi Culture
2 Modern Punjabi Culture
3 Punjabi Culture
4 Punjabi Culture in the Western world
5 See also
6 References
7 External links

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Middle Age Punjabi Culture

The Shalimar Gardens in Lahore

Middle Age Punjabi Culture, during the period of foreign invasions, saw the already very high number of layers and complexity of the Punjabi Culture increase to another level.[citation needed] During this time contributions from Greek, Persian, Mongol and Afghan influences were incorporated into the enormous complexity and sophistication of the Punjabi Culture. During this period saw the birth and rise of a new world-religion in Punjab, Sikhism, this had a dramatic effect on the culture and gave it an additional dimension. This further increased the martial and military dimensions of the Punjabi culture and of the Punjabi People.[citation needed]
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Modern Punjabi Culture

Due to the large number of Punjabi People distributed throughout the world, Pakistan and India, many people are increasingly experiencing the culture and becoming influenced by it. Traditional Punjabi culture is being strengthened and expanded in the Western world (e.g. U.S., UK, EU, Canada etc.), the scope is huge, ranging from Punjabi Philosophy, poetry, spirituality, education, artistry, music, cuisine, architecture etc.[citation needed]
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Punjabi Culture

Bhangra tournament concert

People of different languages, cultures, customs and races came to Punjab for various reasons. These immigrants influenced and were influenced by Punjabi culture.[citation needed]

Punjabi Music

Main article: Music of Punjab

Bhangra is one of the many Punjabi musical art forms that is increasingly being listened to in the west and is becoming a mainstream favourite.[citation needed] Punjabi music is being used by western musicians, in many ways, such as mixing it with other compositions to produce award-winning music.[citation needed] In addition, Punjabi Classical music is increasingly becoming popular in the west.[citation needed]

Punjabi Cuisine

Tandoori chicken is a popular dish in Punjabi cuisine.

Main article: Punjabi cuisine

Punjabi Cuisine has an immense range of dishes and has become world-leader in the field so much so that many entrepreneurs that have invested in the sector have built large personal fortunes due to popularity of Punjabi Cuisine throughout the world.[citation needed]

Punjabi Poetry

Punjabi Poetry is renowned for its extremely deep meaning, beautiful, exciting and hopeful use of words.[citation needed] The poetry is one of the clearest views into the Punjabi mindset. The large number of Punjabi poetry works are being translated throughout the world into many languages. Famous Punjabi poets.
See also: Punjabi Kisse

Punjabi Dances

Main article: Punjabi dance

Punjabi Dances, due to the long history of the Punjabi culture and of the Punjabi people there is a large number of dances. These dances are normally performed at times of celebration, including harvests, festivals, and weddings. The particular background of the dances can be non-religious and religious. The overall style can range from the high energy "Bhangra" men's dance to the more reserved "Jhumar," the "Gidha" women's dance, etc.

Punjabi wedding traditions

Main article: Punjabi wedding traditions

Punjabi wedding traditions and ceremonies are traditionally conducted in Punjabi and are a strong reflection of Punjabi culture. While the actual religious marriage ceremony, among Muslims, Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains may be conducted in Arabic, Punjabi, Sanskrit, by the Qazi, Pundit, Granthi or Priest. There are commonalities in ritual, song, dance, food, dress. The Punjabi wedding has many rituals and ceremonies that have evolved since traditional times.
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Punjabi Culture in the Western world

a simple old style Punjabi home

Due to the values and heritage of the Punjabi Culture, the Punjabi people have become one of the most successful and wealthiest sections of society in the west[citation needed], this is in addition to on average being the wealthiest in Pakistan and India.[citation needed]
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See also
Punjab region
Punjabi people
Punjabi language
Punjabi cuisine
Music of Punjab
Punjabi dance
Punjab (India)
Punjab (Pakistan)
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References
[Quraishee 73] Punjabi Adab De Kahani, Abdul Hafeez Quaraihee, Azeez Book Depot, Lahore, 1973.
[Chopra 77] The Punjab as a sovereign state, Gulshan Lal Chopra, Al-Biruni , Lahore, 1977.
Patwant Singh. 1999. The Sikhs. New York: Doubleday. ISBN 0-385-50206-0.
The evolution of Heroic Tradition in Ancient Panjab, 1971, Buddha Parkash.
Social and Political Movements in ancient Panjab, Delhi, 1962, Buddha Parkash.
History of Porus, Patiala, Buddha Parkash.
History of the Panjab, Patiala, 1976, Fauja Singh, L. M. Joshi (Ed).
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External links
Bhangra Teams' Forum - Discuss the latest Bhangra Competitions, Artists, and Albums
Punjabi Virsa Mela
Punjabi News website
Video about Punjab and Punjabi music from the Horniman Museum
Punjabi American Heritage Society
Punjab Heritage
Punjabi Chandigarh Youth Community
Punjabi Newspaper
Punjabi Heritage Organization of Chicago
Punjabi Cultural Society of Chicago
Punjabi Cultural Society of Seattle
Punjabi Tourism & Cultural Website
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