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Dussehra 2026: Which Country Has Largest Ramayana Influence Outside India? Here’s the Shocking Answer

Dussehra 2026: Which Country Has Largest Ramayana Influence Outside India? Here’s the Shocking Answer
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Dussehra celebrates the victory of good over evil and commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana. Although the festival is closely associated with India, the Ramayana has influenced cultures across Southeast Asia for centuries. Countries such as Thailand, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Laos have developed their own versions of the epic. But which country stands out for preserving the Ramayana through its national literature, performing arts, and royal traditions? Thailand is a strong answer, thanks to its celebrated Ramakien tradition. However, no official ranking identifies a single country as having the largest Ramayana influence.

Which Country Has the Largest Ramayana Influence Outside India?

Answer: Thailand.

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Originally published by Sunday Guardian on Oct 17, 2026 Read the full article at sundayguardianlive.com
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