HORNBILL FESTIVAl
                                         

                                                                   

Nagaland is one of the beautiful states of Northeast. Sometimes known as the ‘Switzerland’ of the east. The state has a diverse culture, homeland of around 16 tribes. A narrow stripes of mountainous territory with rugged hills, emerald valleys, sparkling rivers and streams and rich variety of cultural heritages. The people of Nagaland by nature are fun lovers, simple and life in Nagaland is long life festival.

                                                 

The ‘Hornbill’ festival of Nagaland is one of the important celebrations in the region. This festival is celebrated in the first week of December and last for a week in the capital city ‘kohima’. The purpose of the festival is to reviving, protecting and sustaining the rich cultural heritages of the tribes. This is done through cultural extravaganza worth experiencing.

                                          

The Festival is named after the hornbill, a globally respected bird that shows up in the folklore of most of the state’s tribes. This one weeklong festival unite all of the Nagaland, in one giant color-splashed hodgepodge of dances, performances, crafts, parades, games, sports, food fairs and religious ceremonies. The festival both expose the culture and tradition of tribal people and reinforces Nagaland’s identity as an unique state in India’s federal union.

                                  

Traditional arts are also featured, with paintings, wood carvings and sculptures by modern Naga artists on display. Naga troupes sing folk songs, perform traditional dances and play indigenous games and sports. In the evenings a programme of music concerts, catering for all tastes, ensures that the festive spirit continues through the night.