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What aspects of your cultural heritage are you most proud of or interested in?

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I belong to one of the indigenous tribes of the world called the Tangkhul Naga Tribe of Manipur, India. Though we don’t have a script of our own or a written history about our origin or roots, our culture and tradition were passed down from generation to generation through folklores, folk songs, or our traditional practices that were taught from a young age.

We take utmost pride in our cultural heritage by preserving it, although most of the old practices of animism were replaced by the advent of Christianity. Above all these I would like to mention the rich cultural and traditional dresses of my community (Shanvai Chonvai). The dresses are colorful and vibrant- women dresses are – kachon (Shawl*), Kashan (Wrap around), Kongsang (Neckpiece) etc…. Men’s clothing includes – Hao marao (Loin Cloth), Kachon (Shawl*), Paasi (Head gear) etc….

*Men and Women have different shawl. Can check out more about this in different websites and social medias if your are interested. Traditional dresses of Tangkhul – Search (bing.com)

A Tangkhul man and woman in traditional attires!¹

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