Instagram feeds have been buzzing as Nagaland’s vibrant 10-day Hornbill Festival opened on December 1. Performers, artists, influencers and travellers are flocking to the Naga Heritage Village in Kisama for what has come to be known as the “Festival of Festivals” — a cultural gathering where all 18 tribes of the state come together to celebrate their rituals, folklore, music, dance, cuisine, crafts and traditional sports.

Launched 26 years back as a modest tourism initiative, the festival has evolved into one of the world’s most compelling cultural showcases, drawing visitors and collaborators from across India and beyond. With Protected Area Permit (PAP) restrictions eased and a heightened international presence — including Ireland, France, Switzerland, Austria, Malta and the United King

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