Description:
People of Nagaland attending the annual Hornbill festival at the village of Kisama in Nagaland, India. The festival held through the 1st week of December, is a cultural extravaganza where the government, local communities and various NGOs get a chance to revive, protect and preserve the richness and uniqueness of the Naga cultural heritage. It is an opportunity for tourists from around the globe to get a wide view of this elusive land and its culture. During this period activities of all the Naga tribes (16 in number) are featured in the form of traditional dance, music, folk songs, and traditional sports. Tribal foods and drinks go around in plenty. Arts are also featured, with paintings, wood carvings and sculptures by modern Naga artists on display during this festival. Nagaland, India. December 3, 2008.
Description:
People of Nagaland attending the annual Hornbill festival at the village of Kisama in Nagaland, India. The festival held through the 1st week of December, is a cultural extravaganza where the government, local communities and various NGOs get a chance to revive, protect and preserve the richness and uniqueness of the Naga cultural heritage. It is an opportunity for tourists from around the globe to get a wide view of this elusive land and its culture. During this period activities of all the Naga tribes (16 in number) are featured in the form of traditional dance, music, folk songs, and traditional sports. Tribal foods and drinks go around in plenty. Arts are also featured, with paintings, wood carvings and sculptures by modern Naga artists on display during this festival. Nagaland, India. December 3, 2008.
Date Created:
0000-00-00 00:00:00
Author:
Prasanta Biswas
City:
Kolkata
State:
West Bengal
Country:
India
Headline:
Chatt Festival In India.
Source:
Prasanta Biswas
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Copyright Majority World
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People of Nagaland attending the annual Hornbill festival at the village of Kisama in Nagaland, India. The festival held through the 1st week of December, is a cultural extravaganza where the government, local communities and various NGOs get a chance to