Saturday, July 29, 2017

Book A North East India Tour Package And Enjoy 5 Famous Festivals



If you want to book a tour package which can let you experience the rich culture of India, North East India is simply the place to visit. Notwithstanding the month you are planning for the tour, stay assured of encountering numerous festivals. Whether the festival is related to Buddhism, Agriculture or beginning of a new year, all of them are a true reflection of the local culture.
Not only do these festivals provide an opportunity for the locals to bond and mingle but the tourists can also create some memories for life. Some of them extend over a few days and include those traditional dances and music. Be a part of any of the festivals and feel the quintessence of soulful music, sumptuous delicacies, unique costumes, lively ambiance, and warm hospitality.

Booking A North East India Tour Package? 5 Festivals You Shouldn’t Miss

         Losar
North East India Losar Festival

Held in Arunachal Pradesh, this festival symbolizes the Tibetan New Year. All the famous tribes following the Mahayana sect of Buddhism like the Memba, Khamba, Sherdukpens, Monpa, and Nah celebrate Losar with much enthusiasm and pomp. To ensure a fruitful harvest, a wide variety of grains, sprouted barley seeds, and buckets of Tsampa are gifted to the locals. On the final day of this 3-day festival, prayer flags are tied all across the locality and on rooftops.

         Ambubachi Mela
North East India Ambubachi Mela Festivals

If you have ever visited Guwahati or Assam during the month of June, you must have definitely come across this famous festival. Goddess Kamakhya is believed to go through her annual menstrual cycle and is thus considered unclean. It is celebrated in the Kamakhya Temple which remains closed during those 3 days. Thousands of devotees throng in the Ambubachi Mela from all over India. This Mela is also known as the ‘Mahakumbh of the East’.

         Lui-Ngai-Ni
North East India Lui-Ngai-Ni

Almost every Naga tribe celebrates this festival in Nagaland and Manipur. It is generally celebrated on 15th February every year to mark the season of seed sowing. Every Naga tribe celebrates the festival with much pomp as it is believed to strengthen the bond between them. Locals prepare delicacies, light fire, bless the seeds, and perform traditional dances.

         Moatsu Mong

NorthEast India Festivals


Celebrated by the Ao tribe of Nagaland, this festival symbolizes the end of the sowing season. This 3-day festival is celebrated every year from 1st to 3rd May in the Mokukchung district. Wells are cleaned and beer brewed to mark the beginning of the festival. Book your North East India tour package during the month of May and visit the festival to enjoy those cultural programmes and relish the local delicacies.

        Bihu Festival
North East India Bihu Festivals


Bohag Bihu is another prominent festival of Assam that celebrates the Assamese New Year. Bihu is celebrated almost 3 times every year and is known as Bohag/ Rongali, Maagh/Bhogali, and Kaati/Kongali. The celebration of Bohag Bihu starts from 14th of April and lasts for almost a month. Numerous stages are set all over the area where Bihu dance is performed by the local women.

Since a trip to North East India will give you the opportunity to absorb the essence of so many famous festivals, it’s time you start looking for a travel agency who can offer a tour package within your budget!