Traditional Indian Dholak Drum - Handcrafted Percussion Instrument #3064952 (License: Personal Use)

The dholak is a double-headed, barrel-shaped drum from the Indian subcontinent, traditionally made of wood with goat or buffalo skin heads. Its body is vividly painted in alternating red, yellow, and green bands, secured by thick cotton ropes that allow pitch adjustment. Often played with hands, it provides rhythmic backbone in Bhangra, Qawwali, and temple celebrations.

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