“A beautiful state with rich traditions and almost
untouched, Manipur promises to be the great tourism discovery of the 21st
century “
Manipur, a beautiful, scenic state located in the
north-east, literally means “The Jewelled Land”. This state of blue-green
hills, rich in art and tradition is one where nature has been generous with her
bounty.
Blue Green Hill
An oval-shaped valley with its meandering hills, cascading
waterfalls, free-flowing rivers, varieties of flowers and beautiful lakes. Manipur
is a land of unparalleled nature beauty. The people of Manipur include Meitei,
Nagas, Kuki-chin-mizo and Gorkhas groups and Muslims and other colorful
communities who have lived here for centuries.
Manipur is the land of intriguing folklore, myths and
legends, dances, indigenous games and martial arts, exotic handlooms and
handicrafts. And bringing all this together on a single platform is what the
Manipur Sangai Festival sets out to do each year. Organized by the Govt. of
Manipur and spearheaded by the Tourism department, this cultural extravaganza
held every year from 21-30 November celebrates the very best of Manipur.
Named after the
gentle, shy deer Sangai, an animal native to Manipur and found in the
eco-system of Loktak Lake, the festival is a vibrant, colorful extravaganza of
life. It brings to gether artists from different parts of the country as well
as participants from abroad. The Core of the festival is a respect for the
state’s glorious traditions of music and dance as well as sports and martial
arts.
In keeping with time, the Manipur Sangai Festival has
adapted itself to include adventure sports, fashion shows and a rock concert in
its itinerary. It is a treat to see people of all age groups come together for
this grand celebration! Visit Manipur during the Sangai Festival for a unique
Holiday.
Festival, the Naga Heritage Village serves as the perfect
union of the various tribes of Nagaland to showcase their rich cultural
heritage and tradition in one platform.
The Naga Heritage Complex consists of cluster of 16 houses,
constructed in the specific architectural styles of different tribes carrying
significance of their district concepts.
Colorful life and Culture, song and dance, mythology and
folklore are a vital part of the people of Nagaland. They are unique in their
customs and traditions. Songs and dances from the soul of these festivals
through which the local history and mythology has been kind to the state,
bestowing natural beauty. Little wonder then that Nagaland has been tipped as one
of the must-visit states in North-east. The Heritage Complex also houses the
world War ll Museum with artifacts, an interesting place for history buffs.
Visiting Nagaland during the Hornbill Festival – whether with friends or family
– makes for truly unique travel experience
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