1. Nagaland’s Hornbill Festival, known for its vibrant cultural displays, attracted over 1.54 lakh tourists this year.
2. The festival, spanning ten days from December 1st, is a vital tourism promotion for the Nagaland government.
3. This year saw a significant increase of 13,758 visitors compared to the previous edition.
Kohima, Dec 15: The Hornbill Festival of Nagaland, renowned for its vibrant cultural showcase, has once again captivated audiences, drawing a substantial crowd of over 1.54 lakh tourists this year.
Commencing on December 1st and spanning ten days, the festival, a key tourism promotion for the Nagaland government, experienced a notable surge in attendance, welcoming 13,758 more tourists compared to the previous year.
The breakdown of attendees includes 1,14,860 local visitors, 37,089 domestic tourists, and a significant count of 2,108 foreign guests, marking a doubling of international presence from the prior year’s 1,026.
Despite a slight dip in domestic tourist numbers, witnessing a decrease of over 11,000 from the previous year, the festival showcased Nagaland’s cultural tapestry.
The festival peaked on its final day, recording the highest attendance of 23,583, while the second-largest gathering was observed on December 3rd, with 18,002 attendees. Set in Kisama, a scenic heritage village near Kohima, the festival provided a platform for Nagaland’s diverse tribes to showcase their unique heritage.
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Named after the culturally significant hornbill bird, the event featured a diverse array of cultural displays, encompassing music, dances, songs, and more. Kisama became a canvas for visitors to immerse themselves in Naga cuisine, songs, dances, and customs, enhancing the cultural richness of the festival.
Widely recognized as the ‘festival of festivals,’ the Hornbill Festival not only unveils the culture and traditions of Nagaland’s ethnic peoples but also reinforces the state’s image as a land of festivals. The festival’s success underscores Nagaland’s potential as a cultural tourism hotspot, attracting both national and international tourists seeking unique cultural experiences.
