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Hornbill Festival

The poster child of Nagaland's festivities

Every year, in the month of December, Nagaland hosts people from far and wide – who flock to watch the colours and cultures of the state unfold at the Hornbill Festival. A curated event, the Hornbill Festival has become the poster child for the state’s rich diversity of dances, music, martial arts, sports, handicrafts, religious ceremonies and cuisine. With performers from all corners of Nagaland, as also from other north-east Indian states – the festival offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of a once-forgotten people. Spend the day at the Hornbill Festival grounds, attending performances, bargaining at the vibrant wayside markets and gorging on ethnic specialties.

Image Credits: The Ultimate Travelling Camp, Kohima

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