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  1. Information on heritage tourism in Ukhrul district of Manipur

    The Tangkhul Naga Tribe lives mostly in the Indo-Myanmar-Border area occupying the Ukhrul District of Manipur. Festivals had been the main interpreter of village or the social life, belief, culture and custom of the Tangkhul people. Festival as a part of their culture and custom played a significant role in Tangkhul Society. There were several types of festivals at the village.

  2. Information on heritage tourism in Imphal East district of Manipur

    Manipur has been identifying itself to the world through its rich art and culture. Manipuri classical dance is world famous and it is very distinct from other Indian dance forms.

  3. Information on heritage tourism in Imphal West district of Manipur

    Manipur is a mosaic of ancient traditions and rich cultural patterns. In the field of art and culture, the state is best represented by its classical and folk dance forms. The Raas Leela, the epitome of Manipuri classical dance, is inter-woven through the celestial and eternal love of Radha and Krishna as has been described in the Hindu scriptures.

  4. Information on heritage tourism in Tamenglong district of Manipur

    Tamenglong is inhabited by majority Zeliangrong Naga tribe (comprising of Rongmei, Liangmei, Zemei and Pumei) and Kukis, besides minority Hmars, Chirus and Khasis. Racially or physically and linguistically Zeliangrongs are Tibeto-Burman (Indo-Mongoloid) of Sino-Tibetan family of the Mongolian race. Based on history it is assumed that Mongoloid groups including Zeliangrong Nagas were inhabiting...

  5. Information on heritage tourism in Chandel district of Manipur

    Get detailed information on heritage tourism in Chandel district of Manipur. User can access information about festivals and other heritage sites in the district.

  6. Information on heritage tourism in Churachandpur district of Manipur

    Churachandpur is a district in the southwestern corner of the Indian state of Manipur that covers an area of 4,750 kilometres. The region became the home of more than thirty ethnic groups at historical time, with varying responses to the changing geo-cultural environment.

  7. Information on heritage tourism in Senapati district of Manipur

    Get detailed information on heritage tourism in Senapati district of Manipur. User can access information about festivals and other heritage sites in the district.

  8. Information on heritage tourism in Bellary district of Karnataka

    Bellary, more particularly the eastern part of the old Bellary district, had been the meeting place of two peoples-Kannadigas and Andhras. Here was a blending of the two ancient Dravidian cultures, a synthesis of both. Even though the culture, essentially and fundamentally, is of one character, it is inevitable that it manifests itself in diversity, suited to its local conditions, and...

  9. Information on heritage tourism in Mandya district of Karnataka

    Mandya District is well known for patronizing dramas and artists. It has state wide reputation for its colour full and luxurious drama sceneries. The role of Gelayara Balaga is significant in introducing the modern dramas for the spectators of Mandya.

  10. Information on heritage tourism in Yadgir district of Karnataka

    Get detailed information on heritage tourism in Yadgir district of Karnataka. User can access information about festivals and other heritage sites in the district.

  11. Information on heritage tourism in Kodagu district of Karnataka

    Get detailed information on heritage tourism in Kodagu district of Karnataka. User can access information about festivals and other heritage sites in the district.

  12. Information on heritage tourism in Tumakuru district of Karnataka

    Get detailed information on heritage tourism in Tumakuru district of Karnataka. A famous centre for pilgrimage, Siddhaganga has a temple dedicated to Siddhalingeshwara on a hillrock which is held in high esteem by devotees. User can access information about festivals and other heritage sites in the district.

  13. Information on heritage tourism in Bidar district of Karnataka

    Bidar district, which occupies a central position in Deccan plateau, is mixed with several racial strains, ethinic groups and socio-cultural clusters.

  14. Information on heritage tourism in Bagalkot district of Karnataka

    Get detailed information on heritage tourism in Bagalkot district of Karnataka. Five different localities called Onees are the traditional centres for celebrating the festival – Jainpeth, Hosapeth, Halpeth, Killa and Venkatpeth, with Hosapeth being the largest.

  15. Information on heritage tourism in Shivamogga district of Karnataka

    Get detailed information on heritage tourism in Shivamogga district of Karnataka. User can access information about festivals and other heritage sites in the district.

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