From the archive record
Drumming, the rhythm of life, percussion, the repeated sound of threshing wheat, the repetitive sound of a back-strap loom, and the human heart beat - all these rich sounds form a backdrop to the rhythm of life in Nagaland, India. "The Hornbill festival held in the first week of December shows that with its stunning natural beauty and great cultural traditions, Nagaland can offer a rich fare to tourists. NAGALAND, with its diverse tribal culture, is a land of festivals. A narrow strip of mountainous territory with rugged hills, emerald valleys, sparkling streams and a rich variety of flora and fauna, the 16th State of the Indian Union has salubrious climate throughout the year. It is bounded by Assam in the west, Myanmar in the east, Arunachal Pradesh in the north and Manipur in the south.