👉 Mandolins are a traditional instrument of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in India and Nepal. They are often played as part of folk music or classical music, and they have been used for centuries to create a sense of harmony and unity within communities. The term "mandolin" is derived from the name of an ancient Chinese musical instrument which was also known as the "bamboo flute". The mandolin has a distinctive shape with a flattened body and hollow center that resembles the shape of a