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The vibrant Sekrenyi Festival of Northeast India.

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Nagaland: Unveiling the Enchanting Traditions and Cultural Splendor of India's Northeast

Welcome to Nagaland, a land of enchanting traditions and cultural splendor nestled in the northeastern region of India. Known as the "Land of the Naga Tribes," Nagaland offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the rich tapestry of indigenous cultures, vibrant festivals, and breathtaking landscapes.

Nagaland is home to diverse Naga tribes, each with its distinct customs, languages, and traditions. Exploring the villages, you'll witness the unique architecture of Naga houses, adorned with intricate wood carvings and vibrant paintings. The warmth and hospitality of the Naga people will make you feel welcome as you delve into their fascinating way of life.

The cultural heritage of Nagaland is best experienced through its festivals. The Hornbill Festival, held annually in December, is a grand celebration of Naga traditions, music, dance, and craftsmanship. It is a vibrant extravaganza that brings together various tribes, showcasing their cultural performances, indigenous games, and traditional attire. Immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats of tribal dances like the warrior dance of the Ao tribe or the graceful movements of the Chang tribe's bamboo dance.

One cannot explore Nagaland without encountering its rich artistic traditions. The state is renowned for its exquisite handloom and handicrafts. The intricate Naga shawls, woven with intricate designs and vibrant colors, are a testament to the skill and creativity of Naga weavers. Visit the bustling markets in Kohima and Dimapur to witness the craftsmanship firsthand and take home a piece of Nagaland's cultural heritage.

Nagaland's natural beauty is equally captivating. The rolling hills, lush valleys, and cascading waterfalls create a picturesque backdrop for exploration. The Dzükou Valley, nestled at the border of Nagaland and Manipur, is a paradise for nature enthusiasts. Trek through its pristine landscapes, adorned with vibrant flowers and crystal-clear streams, and be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views.

For adventure seekers, Nagaland offers thrilling opportunities for trekking and wildlife encounters. The Japfü Peak, the second-highest peak in Nagaland, presents an exhilarating trekking experience, rewarding climbers with stunning vistas from the summit. Meanwhile, the Intanki Wildlife Sanctuary provides a chance to spot rare species like the hoolock gibbon, golden langur, and Blyth's tragopan, a colorful bird endemic to the region.

Nagaland's cuisine is a delectable reflection of its cultural diversity. The Naga cuisine, known for its unique flavors and use of indigenous ingredients, will tantalize your taste buds. Try the famous Naga pork curry, prepared with aromatic spices and local herbs, or indulge in smoked pork and bamboo shoot delicacies. Don't miss out on the opportunity to savor the fiery Naga chili, a key ingredient that adds a distinctive kick to their dishes.

While exploring Nagaland, it is important to respect the local customs and traditions. Engage with the local communities, listen to their stories, and learn about their beliefs and folklore. Participate in traditional rituals and ceremonies, such as the Sekrenyi festival of the Angami tribe, to gain a deeper understanding of Naga culture.

Nagaland is a cultural paradise waiting to be discovered. It is a place where ancient traditions merge with contemporary life, offering a glimpse into the rich heritage of India's northeastern region. Embark on a journey to Nagaland, and let the enchanting traditions and cultural splendor of this land leave an indelible mark on your heart and soul.

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Sekrenyi festival celebrated in Nagaland, its one of the rare existing tribal festival still in practice. . Celebrated for 10days to eliminate negative energies as well as to renew and cleanse the entire village. . Its 10 days full of music and feasting. Something which we all are missing at the moment. . To know more about the Sekrenyi festival and other unusual Indian festivals visit our website. . Link Below ⬇️ . Image Source: Google . #incredibleindia #indiantourism #festivalsofindia #unusualfestivalsofindia #sekrenyi #solitarytraveller #equalityindiversity #travellersofindia #worldtravellers #solotraveller #backpackersoftheworld #indianphotography #photographersoninstagram #likeforlike #followforfollowback #traveltheworld #photography #indiantravelblogger #bloggerlifestyle #traveldiaries #thaipusam #nagpanchami #madai #agnikeli #lathmarholi #pulikali #hemis  #sumegelirak #karnimata #chaujhumur (at Nagaland) https://www.instagram.com/p/CERsIgrJz2Y/?igshid=10camor9ggx8k

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The Hornbill Festival is celebrated each year for 10 days at the start of December. The festival takes place at Kisama Heritage Village, around 12 km from Kohima.

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Know Why Nagaland Called As The Land Of Festivals

Nagaland apart from its magnificent landscapes, has also garnered attention for its vibrant culture and joyous festivals in the recent times. These festivals are so unique and colourful that it puts Nagaland in the ‘must visit’ travel list for everyone.

Hornbill Festival- Probably the most famous of this list, the horn-bill festival takes its name from the bird. The festivities take place in Kisama village during the month of December. The weeklong festival includes rock music concerts to food festival to dance to exhibition of crafts and art which creates an atmosphere of absolute celebration.

Aoleang- Celebrated by the Konyak tribe during the first week of April, it is a celebration to welcome the spring and includes showcasing of indigenous dances and songs and games.

Sekrenyi- Celebrated by the Angami tribe. It is a ten-day festival of purification before going to war. Men collect firewood and cleanse their body and then they hunt an animal. Later they exchange gifts and celebrate among all the villagers.

Mootsü- Observed by the Ao tribe, it is a festival to celebrate the break after the sowing is done.

Tuluni- Celebrated by the Sumi tribe, people share and feast over the grains that are first sown.

These jolly spirits and dynamic cultures of Nagaland attract guests from wherever all through the world which tops up the tourism business and holds the old traditions. So what are you holding on for?

Plan your itinerary now and experience the untouched natural beauty of Nagaland.

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Sekrenyi Festival 2019; warm Greetings to Angami Nagas #festival #Nagaland #nagas (at Nagaland) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuSlKTCHzyH/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=td4qjaikb1y7

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Nagaland Village Tour

Nagaland is known as the “Land of festivals” is an amazing state to visit. The tourists in this state will fall in love seeing the mesmerizing vistas of the pleasing climate, hills and the mountains, traditional villages, the green lush surroundings. Nagaland is one of the stoppages of the northeast for the travelers. They have soaked in the colors of 

Nagaland. The Naga Tribes are protective of their culture, tradition, and identity. The state is well-known for the tribals, colorful costumes, spicy foods, hunting of animals, beautiful dance forms and many more.

Nagaland is one of the states of northeast India. The state is rich in culture and the variety of tribes like the other northeast states. Like Nagaland is said to be Land of Festivals- the people of Nagaland celebrate every festival with great joy and cheerfulness. There are many places to visit in Nagaland- Shilloi Lake, Dzukou Valley, Japfu Peak, Kohima zoo, Khonoma Village and much more.

Detail information about the Nagaland Village

Kohima- Kohima, the capital city of Nagaland is the most charming place to visit in Nagaland. It is situated in the southwestern part of the northeastern state of Nagaland. Its height is 1500 meters above the sea level, it is provided with beautiful hills, green lush forests, and an attractive landscape. The original name of Kohima is “Kewhira” derived from the Kewhi flower found in the region.

In the history of World War II, Kohima has an intense fight with Japan. Kohima War Cemetery is a beautiful site dedicated to 10,000 soldiers who had lost their lives during World War II. The place offers scenic views, also reminds one of the Second World Wars scenarios. Other than the city, tourists can also visit the museum, zoos, the sanctuary, valleys, Deputy Commissioner’s Bungalow and many more.

Touphema Village-   Touphema Village is situated 41 km away from Kohima and one of the ancient heritage village. The village has a tribute to the culture, lifestyle, and people of Nagaland. The village traditionally styled thatched huts, artifacts, jewelry, clothing, the museum and many more. This village gives more information about the Naga culture and tradition.  It is the highly visited place in Nagalandby the tourist. Every year of the 25th and 27th of February the Angami Sekrenyi Festival is celebrated with joy.

The museum inside the Village offers an ethnographic collection of wooden carvings, textiles, musical instruments, handicrafts traditional artifacts, and jewelry. 

Khonoma Village- Khonoma village is situated 20km away from Kohima. Khonoma Village belonging to "Angami Naga" (one of the 16 tribes of Naga) an ethnic group of Naga. Khonoma village known as Khonoma Green Village because of protecting ecological Heritage. 

Khonoma Green Village has given up all kinds of hunting and practices agriculture for a sustainable ecosystem. It is the will power of a Naga people to ban hunting and, preserve the natural habitat of the environment. Khonoma village is an inspiring place to understand 

and to take initiatives to preserve the natural resources of the environment.

Mokokchung- Mokokchung is the important town of Nagaland and it is 6 hours away from Kohima. Mokokchung is derived from the Mokok means unwillingly and Chung means a group of people. The word Mokokchung refers to a group of people who unwillingly departed from their settlement.  

It is the cultural center of Ao Tribes and celebrates Moatsu Festival in the first week of May every year. The Tsungremong festival is celebrated on harvest season in the month of August. It is the third-largest Urban Center after Dimapur and Kohima.

In Mokokchung visitors also love to explore places like Longkhum, Langpangkong, Mopungchukit, and Chuchuyimlang. 

Longwa Village- Mon District is the northernmost dist. of Nagaland

and Longwa village is one of the examples of the encompassing area. The village is passed by the Indo-Myanmar border on top of that border passes by chief's house dividing into two halves. The village divides in India and Myanmar and the inhabitants are of the village have dual citizenship. Longwa village is the beautiful sight to visit apart from the village there are Doyang River, Nagaland Science Center, Shilloi Lake, and much more.

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Explore the immense archaeological sight Kachari Ruins Trek - Dimapur historical monuments. Get in touch with our tourism operators & book all-in-one custom packages now!

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Explore the immense archaeological sight Kachari Ruins Trek - Dimapur historical monuments. Get in touch with our tourism operators & book all-in-one custom packages now!

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Experience the wide variety of Naga’s food, songs, dances and customs with 10-day Aoling & Sekrenyi Festival celebrations in Mon. Book 100% protected trip.

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Imagine Buddhist Lamas dancing and celebrating wearing bright colorful mask and dress, unusual right? Well thats Hemis Festival for you. . A two-days celebration, 3,500m above sea level. Marking the victory of Good (Lord Padamsambhav) over Evil (Ruta Deamon). . One of the most spectacular sigh of celebration on one of the more harsh living conditions. Unfortunately very few Indians know about it. . To know more about this amazing Tantric Buddhist festival visit our website. . Image Source: Google . Link in Bio. . #incredibleindia #festivalsofindia #unusualfestivalsofindia #leh #ladakh #hemisfestival #ladakhtourism #solitarytraveller #indiantourism #travellersofindia #worldtravellers #solotraveller #backpackersoftheworld #indianphotography #likeforlike #followforfollowback #photography #indiantravelblogger #travel #traveldiaries #thaipusam #nagpanchami #madai #sekrenyi #agnikeli #lathmarholi #pulikali #sumegelirak #karnimata #chaujhumur (at Ladakh, India) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEb2M2pJboG/?igshid=z92ixyewg4d9

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Puli Kali also known as Kaduvakali - It is one of the final celebrations of the ten-day Onam festival in Kerala. . Puli Kali means “tiger play” or “tiger dance” is a unique dance performed by men adorning the costume of leopards and tigers on the street & dancing to the beats of instruments like Udukku and Thakil. . To know more about Puli Kali and about other unusual festivals of India, visit our website. . Link in Bio. . Image Source: @google . #incredibleindia #festivalsofindia #unusualfestivalsofindia #indiantourism #equalityindiversity #solitarytraveller #indiantourism #travellersofindia #worldtravellers #solotraveller #backpackersoftheworld #indianphotography #photographersoninstagram #likeforlike #followforfollowback #traveltheworld #photography #indiantravelblogger #keralatourism #traveldiaries #thaipusam #nagpanchami #madai #sekrenyi #agnikeli #lathmarholi #pulikali #hemis #sumegelirak #karnimata #chaujhumur (at Kerala, God's Own Country) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEZRlnXJsg8/?igshid=g0vvu2h1tn9y

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Holi! We all love it, the celebration of colors marking the spring season. Everyone around us drenched in colorful liquid and gulal (colored powder). A celebration we are all familiar with but wait, today we will introduce you to a different kind of a Holi celebration. . Lath Maar Holi, where men sing provocative songs to women who on the other hand playfully chase them with bamboo sticks. The men under the influence of Bhang try to protect themselves with a wooden shield. [Would love to see someone with a Captain America shield 😄] . There are no shortage of unusual festival and celebration in India, and Lath Maar Holi is one of the most fun and playful celebration out there. . To know more about this unique celebration style of a very popular festival visit our website. . Image Source: Google . Link in Bio. . #incredibleindia #festivalsofindia #unusualfestivalsofindia #indiantourism #uttarpradesh #uttarpradeshtourism #lathmaarholi #equalityindiversity #travellersofindia #worldtravellers #solotraveller #travel #indianphotography #photographersoninstagram #likeforlike #followforfollowback #traveltheworld #photography #indiantravelblogger #traveldiaries #thaipusam #nagpanchami #madai #sekrenyi #agnikeli #pulikali #hemis #sumegelirak #karnimata #chaujhumur (at Uttar Pradesh) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEWvpZApPPP/?igshid=kl55ons4v62a

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We take you today down south for one of the most dangerous and unusual festival. Agni Keli, a celebration of Goddess Kateel Durga Parameshwari as a Goddess of war. . Devotees throw literal fireballs at each other, the ritual lasts for almost 15mins. . Playing with fire gets a whole new meaning here. . To know more visit our website. . Image Source: @google . Link in Bio. . #incredibleindia #karnataka #karnatakatourism #agnikeli #festivalsofindia #unusualfestivalsofindia #indiantourism #travel #solitarytraveller #travellersofindia #worldtravellers #solotraveller #indianphotography #photographersoninstagram #likeforlike #followforfollowback #traveltheworld #photography #indiantravelblogger #traveldiaries #thaipusam #nagpanchami #madai #sekrenyi #lathmarholi #pulikali #hemis #sumegelirak #karnimata #chaujhumur (at Karnataka) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEUTb_IJ76X/?igshid=g244c4e8v17

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Madai festival, celebrated in Chhattisgarh is quite popular there but to the rest of India its not very well known. . Celebration of Madai involves folk dance and music including sacred prayers and an animal sacrifice. . Its one of the few festivals which travels from one place to another. . To know about Madai festival and other unusual festivals of India, visit our website. . Image Source: Google . Link in Bio. . #incredibleindia #festivalsofindia #unusualfestivalsofindia #indiantourism #equalityindiversity #solitarytraveller #indiantourism #travellersofindia #worldtravellers #solotraveller #backpackersoftheworld #indianphotography #photographersoninstagram #likeforlike #followforfollowback #traveltheworld #photography #indiantravelblogger #bloggerlifestyle #traveldiaries #thaipusam #nagpanchami #madai #sekrenyi #agnikeli #lathmarholi #pulikali #hemis #sumegelirak #karnimata #chaujhumur (at Chhattisgarh) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEJz1WpptbV/?igshid=klp7x03havl5