Folklore From North-East India: Tale Of A Mishmi Girl

This folktale, from the Idu Mishmi Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh, tells about the moral behind the Idu tradition of naming their new born babies within 5 days after delivery. If not followed, it is believed […]

Folklore From North-East India – Rih Dil Lake, Mizoram

Rih Dil Lake, a heart shaped lake located midst breathtaking greenery, is the largest lake in the state of Mizoram in India, but awkwardly, is situated in the kingdom of Myanmar. Maybe it has to […]

Folklore From North-East India – A Singpho Tribe Tale On How The World Was Created

The Singpho Tribe reside in the state of Arunachal Pradesh in India, and in China and Myanmar where they are known as Jingpo and Kachin respectively. They are known for their fierce independence, disciplined martial […]

Folklore From North-East India ~ A Manipuri Tale About A Demoness

This tale, about bravery and intelligence, has its origin in the state of Manipur in northeastern India, a beautiful land which has remained much hidden from the outside world due to decades of hostile struggle […]

Folklore From North-East India ~ A Mishmi Tribe Tale On How We Learned To Weave

The Mishmis are a tribe who inhabit the northeastern regions of South Tibet. In India, they reside in the Lohit and Dibang districts of Arunachal Pradesh. They have a long history and were one of […]

North-East India Folklore ~ An AkaTribe Tale On How The World Was Formed

The Aka Tribe, also known as the Hruso Tribe, live in the Kameng area of the state of Arunachal Pradesh. They are mainly animists, but have been influenced by both Buddhism and Hinduism. They are fascinating in […]

Folklore From North-East India ~ An Apatani Tale On How The World Was Created

The Apatani Tribe who reside in the state of Arunachal Pradesh are full of wonder – in their cultures, in their customs, in their way of life, and in their folklore. Here’s a tale that […]

Folklore From North-East India – Nohkalikai falls

We’ve decided to start a new category of tales – where we’ll write about the many legends, proverbs, jokes, popular beliefs, fairy tales, stories and tall tales that are part of Northeast Indian cultures – making our blog all the more interesting. –xxx– The […]