Nagaland, a tiny land of sixteen tribes, has ever since had a fascination with headhunting. Even two decades back, the forests of this India‘s hilly northeastern state stood witness to inter tribal rivalry. However, headhunting has never been viewed as a taboo and headhunters have always been admired and revered in their tribes. The more … Continue reading »
For the people who live in the mountains of Arunachal Pradesh, life is pretty much a simple affair, revolving around the chores of farming, weaving, festivals and foraging into the forests. Amongst the most important nature’s gift to the tribes are wood and bamboo, which are used in building almost everything they use in their … Continue reading »
Dong is a splendid village in Lohit District, Arunachal Pradesh, located a few miles away from the Chinese border, famous for being the easternmost human settlement of India, and to receive the country’s first sunrise. There are many things to do in and around the village. Learn about the village culture of the hospitable and very traditional … Continue reading »
The charming Mismhi Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh have since ever been excellent hunters. They rule the mountains of the very eastern Himalayas, living in remote terrains which are blessed with nectar-full splendor. Today, hunting is more a yearly event, to keep their culture alive and to promote sustainable approach in their region. Related Posts: Folklore … Continue reading »
From In search of Greener Pastures, Happy Holidays and wish you a bright new year! Below is the last photograph for this year (which after-all survived Armageddon). Taken at Mayodia Pass in Arunachal Pradesh in the land of the charming Mishmi Tribe; of a weird looking snowman with an admirable tummy and a carrot for a … Continue reading »
A high priest displays an ancient 500 years old sword which belonged to an Ahom king, in Majuli Island. The mighty Ahom Dynasty ruled much of North-East India for six hundred years during the medieval ages. Related Posts: Call of the ancestors – At Sivasagar, Assam Photo Of The Day ~ Tunnels Of The Past Discover Assam … Continue reading »
Saw this peculiar scooter lying wasted in Tai-Phake Eco-Tourism Camp in Tipam Village, Assam. A great outdoorsy place to unwind and escape urban life. You can meet the Tai-Phake Tribe here or go exploring the nearby wildlife rich Jeypore Rainforest. Related Posts: Photo Of the Day ~ A Simple Life in A Simple House Photo … Continue reading »
It takes more than a hundred years to build this architectural marvel, which is found throughout the state of Meghalaya in India. Made entirely through the process of connecting the roots of a fig tree. A structure that is out of the pages of a Tolkien novel and thoroughly sustainable. An example of men co-living … Continue reading »
Believed to have migrated from the Shan Kingdom of Burma during the 18th century, the Tai Phake Tribe today occupy the banks of the Buri-Dihing River of Assam. The houses of the tribe are sustainable and are built above the ground by using piles of wood and mortar. Local leaves, timber and bamboo are some of … Continue reading »
Digboi is a oil town in Upper Assam with a rich Colonial history, where crude oil was first discovered in the early 18th century, making it one of the birthplaces of the industrial revolution. And apart from having the oldest running oil well in the world, the town has beautiful looking heritage bungalows, a functioning … Continue reading »
