A journey between two cultures: Ileana Citaristi at TEDxXIMB

Ileana Citaristi calls herself an Italian by birth and an Odia at heart. She came to India in 1978 and has stayed in Odisha ever since, in close contact with the people, their language and culture. She learned the Odissi dance style from renowned Padma Vibhushan Guru Kelucharan has given innumerable performances. lecture demonstrations in all the major centers in India, and over 500 performances abroad. Her contributions also include articles on Odia culture published in Indian and foreign mag