Maniatikos

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Maniatikos (Greek: Μανιάτικος), is a traditional Greek folk dance originating from the Mani, Greece region in the southern Peloponnese of Greece. It is performed in a ²
₄ rhythm meter.

There are two main versions of the Maniatikos dance:

1. Palio Maniatiko (Παλιό Μανιάτικο, meaning "Old Maniot"): This version is considered an ancient dance found only in the Mani region. It is described as an ancient dance that has been preserved through generations within the local culture of Mani.^[1]
2. Modern Maniatiko: This version incorporates elements of the Kalamatiano dance, a well-known Greek folk dance. It is a modern adaptation of the Palio Maniatiko and includes certain aspects of the Kalamatiano dance, making it distinct yet rooted in traditional Maniot culture.^[1]

The basic steps of the Maniatikos dance include:

• Hopping on the right foot while lifting the left foot up and around.
• Stepping on the left foot across in front of the right foot.
• Closing the right foot next to the left foot, facing the center.^[2]

Maniatikos is an important part of Maniot culture, reflecting the region's unique traditions and history. It is one of many traditional dances that form part of Greece's rich folk dance heritage. The dance is performed during various cultural and festive occasions, showcasing the Maniot community's pride in their heritage.

The Peloponnese region, where Mani is located, is known for a variety of folk dances. Along with Maniatikos, other dances from this area include Kalamatianos, Tsamikos, Monodiplos, Tsakonikos, Syrtos, and Ai Georgis.

• Music of Greece
• Greek dances
• Mani Peninsula

• Ελληνικοί παραδοσιακοί χοροί: Μανιάτικος (article in Greek)
• Costak Files. (2006). Tatavla | The Maniots. Retrieved from Costak Files
• Folk Dance Musings. (2021). Maniatikos - Μανιάτικος (Greece). Retrieved from Folk Dance Musings