Ramleela in Trinidad

Trinidad's Ramleela originated from 19th-century Indian laborers

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Trinidad's Indian diaspora retained their culture from 1845-1917

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After slavery ended, laborers kept traditions like Ramleela alive

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Trinidad's Ramleela promotes unity beyond religious bounds

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The festival ends with Ravana's effigy burning, like in Uttar Pradesh

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Ramlila in India depicts Lord Rama's life before Dussehra

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In Ramlila, men often play both male and female roles

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Near Lucknow, Muslim youth participate in Ramlila for harmony

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UNESCO honored Ramlila as an intangible heritage in 2005 and 2008

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Trinidad and Tobago's Ramleela reflects its blended culture and Indian influence

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