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  • 26 November, 2023

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Hornbill Festival

The 24th Hornbill Festival, a vibrant celebration of culture, music and dance will be held in Nagaland’s misty mountains in 2023.

  • It is an annual event which is called as the festival of festivals.
  • Origin – It began in 2000 and is named after hornbill, a bird that symbolises beauty and grace in Naga folklore and ritual.
  • Held at – The heritage village of Kisama, Nagaland.

December 1 is Nagaland Statehood Day, thus the hornbill festival begins on that day and goes on for 10 days.

  • Aim – To revive and protect the rich culture of Nagaland and display its extravaganza and traditions.
  • It unites 16 Naga tribes of Nagaland to celebrate in colourful costumes, pulsating rhythm, and musical stories.
  • 24th Edition, 2023 – It will host a wrestling championship, dance competition, exhibition, food festival among others.
  • Partner Countries – USA, Germany and Columbia

The Great Indian Hornbill is the State bird of both Kerala and Arunachal Pradesh.

NagalandThe Land of Festivals

Festival

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Tsukhenyie

Chakhesangs

Mimkut

Kukis

Bushu

Kacharis

Sekrenyi

Angami

Aoling

Konyak

Moatsu

Aos

Tuluni

Sumis

Nyaknylum

Changs

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