Rhythms of Nagaland: Inside the Spectacle of the Hornbill Festival | Songlines
Thursday, March 5, 2026

Rhythms of Nagaland: Inside the Spectacle of the Hornbill Festival

Simon Broughton experiences the Hornbill Festival, where Nagaland’s many tribal cultures unite for a spectacular celebration. Photos by Simon Broughton

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Log drum in the Chang morung

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