Eclectic Northeast – July 2019

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Nagaland

#21 - Add Naga Weaves to your
Wardrobe

The State is home to many
different tribes, all of whom
wear hand-woven attires bearing
designs and colours specific to
their tribe. Like many other states
in the country, Nagaland is also
becoming a victim of fast fashion
but traditional handloom is still
being practiced by a dedicated
band of weavers. Support their
cause and indulge in a traditional
shawl or a wrap around skirt. The
weaves can get expensive, but bear
in mind that they are high quality
and last for a long time.

#22 - Try Naga Food

Naga style pork is very popular
not only in Nagaland but across
the region. You should definitely
try out the local dishes when you
are visiting. Most restaurants,
small and fancy, serve authentic
meals. And, if you love bamboo
shoot, make sure to buy some
during your visit, because they are
always fresh (unless you buy the
dry version) and super delicious.

#23 - Be Dazzled at Dzukou
Va l le y

Have you ever wondered
what heaven looks like? It must
be something like the beautiful
Dzukou Valley. One of the most
picturesque valleys in the region,
it is one of the most popular treks
in the whole of the Northeast.
No matter what season you make
the trek, you are sure to witness
breath-taking views. Once there,
you can camp under the stars
near the rest house and engage
in interesting conversations with
fellow trekkers around a bonfire.

Hire a guide or sign up for a travel

package for the best experience.

#24 - Visit the Kisama Heritage

Village

One trip is definitely not enough to

get to know all the tribes residing

in the State but you can take the

first step by visiting the Kisama

Heritage Village. It is home to

sixteen houses created keeping in

mind the indigenous architectural

designs and cultural elements of

the different tribes. The Village

really comes alive during the

Hornbill Festival, which is the best

time to visit Nagaland.

#25 - Cafe Hopping in

Dimapur

Most people use Dimapur as a

stop-over to get to Kohima or

Khonoma but you must keep a day

or two to explore the city. One of

the best things about the city is the

growing cafe culture. The city is

Photo: Kamal Kalita