About Hornbill Festival
Hornbill Festival is celebrated by Govt. of Nagaland to preserve the rich culture heritage of various tribes in the state and also to showcase them to the world. The Festival is celebrated in the First Week of December, every year, in the state of Nagaland. Nagaland State is located in the eastern part of India. The festival is named after the Hornbill, the globally respected bird and is a part of various folkfore in Nagaland's tribes.
The week long festival unites one and all in Nagaland and the people enjoy colourful performances, crafts, sports, food fairs, games and ceremonies. Traditional arts which include paintings, wood carvings, and sculptures are also on display. Festival highlights include Traditional Naga Morungs Exhibition and sale of Arts and Crafts, Food Stalls, Herbal Medicine Stalls, Flower shows and sales, Cultural Medley songs and dances, Fashion shows, Beauty Contest, Traditional Archery, Naga wrestling, Indigenous Games, and Musical concert.
Where does Hornbill Festival take place?
Hornbill Festival is organized by Govt. of Nagaland in Naga Heritage Village, in district Kisama which is 12 kms (8 miles) from the capital city of Kohima.
How to Reach?
By Air - The nearest airport is Dimapur, which is 2.5 hrs away from Kohima & Kisama by road.
By Train - The nearest rail station is Dimapur, which is 2.5 hrs away from Kohima & Kisama by road.
By Road - Kohima / Kisama is well connected by road with all parts of the country.
Any entry formalities or Permits required?
Domestic tourists should obtain the Inner Line permit issued by the following authorities : Deputy Resident Commissioner, Nagaland House, New Delhi, Deputy Resident Commissioner, Nagaland House, Kolkota, Assistant Resident Commissioner In Guwahati and Shillong, Deputy Commissioner of Dimapur, Kohima and Mokokchung.
The new rules only require foreigners to register themselves at the local Foreigners Registration Officer (FRO) of the district they visit within 24 hours of their arrival. This is a temporary change in effect for one year.
Note: RAP/PAP is still a requirement for Pakistani and Chinese nationals.
Note: RAP/PAP is still a requirement for Pakistani and Chinese nationals.
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