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The lighting of the lamp is a symbol of hill-valley relations in Manipur. Situated in the northeastern corner of India, Manipur is known for its handicrafts and festivals, and is also known for its beautiful hills, flowers and pristine natural beauty. Manipur is home to 33 distinct tribes. With diversity so great, one is sure to find many treasures… One such is the traditional Manipuri wedding known for its grandeur and fusion of colour, culture and tradition born of a mixture of elements of Hinduism and age-old Meitei culture. For any bride, her bridal attire is an important part of the wedding. A Manipuri Hindu bride wears a dress called potloi, which is usually red and consists of layers of heavily starched cotton cloth, embellished with mirrors, beads and sequins made of brass. With th
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