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Katrili dance is a traditional dance of the Minahasa people in North Sulawesi Province. This dance belongs to social dance or community entertainment dance performed by male and female dancers. This Katrili dance is a traditional dance which is quite popular among the people of Minahasa tribe and is also often displayed in various events such as celebrations, weddings, welcoming and also cultural festivals. History of Katrili Dance This Katrili dance is a traditional dance blend of European culture and also Minahasa culture. So at a glance, this dance looks like a modern dance, although it has existed since ancient times. Historically, Katrili Dance has existed since the Spanish and Portuguese came to the province of North Sulawesi. At that time they came to buy the crops contained in the land of Minahasa. Due to the results they get so much, they celebrate it with a festive party and also enlivened with the dance performed in pairs between men and women. They then also often invite th...