A fascinating trip into the cultural center of Nagaland, a northeastern state renowned for its rich tribal traditions, is provided by the Hornbill Festival Tour in India. Every year, from December 1st to December 10th, the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama, close to Kohima, hosts the "Festival of Festivals." Vibrant performances of folk music, traditional dances, indigenous sports, and regional food honor the customs of Nagaland's 17 main tribes. Typically lasting five to ten days, a Hornbill tour includes festival visits along with tours of Naga villages that provide insights into tribal lifestyles, such as Khonoma, India's first green village, and Kigwema. In addition to the festival, the tour frequently visits historical landmarks and natural beauties like the picturesque Dzukou Valley and the Kohima War Cemetery. The experience is improved by adventure activities like trekking and wildlife safaris in the neighboring Kaziranga National Park, which is home to the one-horned rhinoceros. Visitors can enjoy Naga cuisine, browse handcrafted goods, and take in Kohima's nighttime funfair. The tour, which is best in winter, may be reached by rail or air via Dimapur, and then by road to Kohima. This holistic experience highlights the undiscovered appeal of Northeast India by fusing culture, nature, and adventure.
Experience traditional dances, indigenous music, colorful attire, and vibrant celebrations at Kisama Heritage Village.
Hornbill Festival Tours in India offer a rare opportunity to experience the vibrant tribal culture of Nagaland, one of the country’s most culturally rich and lesser-explored regions. Celebrated every year from 1st to 10th December, the Hornbill Festival brings together the traditions, art forms, and heritage of all major Naga tribes at the iconic Kisama Heritage Village, near Kohima.
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