Naga Tribes of Nagaland – Culture I Witnessed at Hornbill Festival
Culture I Witnessed at Hornbill Festival When I first walked into Kisama Heritage Village during the Hornbill Festival , I felt like I had stepped into another world. Everywhere I turned, there were bursts of colors, the sound of drums, and the warmth of people inviting me into their morungs (traditional huts). What struck me most was how each Naga tribe had its own unique identity yet all came together here, proudly showcasing their heritage. Among the 16 tribes of Nagaland, here are the five that left the deepest impression on me: Read: Hornbill Festival Experience as Solo Traveler 1. Meeting the Angami Tribe Since the festival takes place near Kohima , the Angamis felt like the hosts. I watched them perform a war dance , spears and shields in hand, with such intensity that I could almost imagine battles of the past. Later, I wandered into their morung and saw their traditional shawls bold black, red, and white hanging on the walls. One of the elders explained how every pattern o...