Khaliji refers to a style of dance and music from the Persian Gulf or Arabian Gulf region, the “Khalig,” including Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Performed in large ornate gowns solo and in groups. Taking a look at the area where is has developed shows us these are water oriented societies. With boats, fishing, pearl diving, importing and exporting as a major aspect of lives. This dance is largely improvisational, performed by pairs or groups of most