Manipur, the ‘Land of Jewels’, is a significant constituent of the seven-sister states of the Indian Union and is renowned for its vibrant colour, culture, natural beauty...
Wood carving is an ancient art form of Sikkim. It was initially patronized by Buddhist monasteries where you can still see the ornate wood-work. Wood carving is...
Black pottery is made from a mixed paste of ground black serpentine stone and special brown clay, which is found in Imphal east, Andro, Manipur. The...
Buddhist art dates back to the 7th century which spread across the entire region. The most popular of these is the thangka painting. In Sikkim, you may...
Throughout the world, masks have been used in rituals and festivities. While the West has its masquerade parties, India, too, has a unique cultural legacy of masks...
Manuscript painting flourished in Assam from the 16th century onwards with the rise of Neo-Vaishnavism under the Vaishnava saint Sankaradeva. The tradition of manuscript painting underwent changes over...
Indigenous women of the Chakesang tribe from Leshemi, a remote Naga village in the mountains of North East India, continue to weave nettle shawls, unique to their own identity, on back-strapped...
In recent years, crochet craft has experienced a remarkable resurgence in popularity, captivating craft enthusiasts and fashion-forward individuals in Northeast India. While its origins can be traced...