Hornbill Festival

The 24^th 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.

Nagaland – The Land of Festivals
Festival	Tribes
Tsukhenyie	Chakhesangs
Mimkut	Kukis
Bushu	Kacharis
Sekrenyi	Angami
Aoling	Konyak
Moatsu	Aos
Tuluni	Sumis
Nyaknylum	Changs

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