The Cultural Vibrance of Hornbill Festival! | India's Mega Festivals | Full Episode |

During the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, Gary immerses himself in a rich fusion of Nagaland’s heritage and modern lifestyle. Watch India's Mega Festivals, on National Geographic. #MegaFestivals #IndiasMegaFestivals #NatGeoIndia
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[@danielli9569]

I am from Delhi and one of my best friend was from Nagaland. Sadly he passed away last year. 😢 I miss you Sentilong Jamir

[@hokaachumi8937]

Sorry to hear this.

[@manjupradhan7159]

Extremely sorry for your loss🙏

[@amongmeren]

😢🩷🩷🩷

[@jayantabayanyh9771]

😢😢😢

[@elinapokjamir4664]

Also from Nagaland, name Apokla Jamir

[@akb8239]

I am not a Naga, but born and brought up in Nagaland. So i will always feel connected to this beautifully amazing land no matter where life takes me. I am so proud of Nagaland and its people......

[@LTJ22]

Not by Blood but you are a Naga by birth

[@STAR-616]

​@@LTJ22not even birth he is a immigrant

[@akb8239]

@STAR-616 ummm..nope. I am an Indian...so can not be an immigrant in my own country. My parents worked there and we left 20 yrs back. And I am a "she". Besides, it doesn't even matter. My love for Nagaland and its people will always remain in my heart and I don't need to justify it to anybody.

[@akb8239]

@@LTJ22 Thank you so much.

[@STAR-616]

@@akb8239 not country immigrant but race and ethnicity immigrants

[@haguetroller8554]

Love from Philippines..you know there is a tribe in Philippines called igorots thats very similar to nagas

[@Akhum_kips]

I'm from Nagaland I always sang that song igorots are cool and smart.

[@12chachacha27]

Yeah i heard about it. Its so fascinating to know about it

[@Nzan009yanthan]

We Nagas culture has a linkage with the Tribes of Phillipines, Indonesia....we believe that we migrated from China, Philippines, Indonesia etc

[@nusazotetseo473]

Thanks.... I know the Igorots n cordillereans of the northern philipine. They are our brothers by blood. Hope to have some cultural exchange n know about each other personally.

[@hbinitials7]

which province?

[@meettyke7503]

So happy that Nagaland is getting recognition.. Love from Mizoram❤

[@user-wd4jv1nb9e]

Mizoram also a beautiful state, specially lunglei and aizwal city ❤❤❤

[@Atheisttandpatriotic]

Under this govt,whole India will get recognition and development.NE is cultural diversity and hub of india😊

[@ankitshaw165]

Love nagaland and mizoram from West Bengal ❤️❤️

[@vaninimishakavi9183]

love from south of india

[@johnnylangel9574]

❤ 4rm u'r neighbour Manipur🎉🎉😅😅😅

[@SuryadevaraRammurthyNaidu]

I am so impressed with Nagas and Nagaland. Can't believe this culture is part of my country. Nagas are always welcome to the Telugu states and I hope to experience Nagaland one day 🙏🧘‍♂️

[@ashurhokhate4851]

Thank you

[@chingmei1]

I studied and worked there. I was in Hyderabad for nearly ten years. Loved that Biryani (beef).

[@nabajyotiroy1566]

I live in Indore but I have lived in Nagaland till I was 16 and I am 32 now. I still can't forget my days at Nagaland. Not a Naga by blood but as I am born and bought in Nagaland, people recognise me as Naga. I can't be more proud when I am identified as Naga. I can still speak Nagamese and Ao.

[@Temsula3952]

Good to hear from you bro and toooooo glad to know that you were a part of nagaland during your childhood days. Another interesting part is it's so amazing that you still remember Ao language, that's a bonus💜💜💜 Bless you

[@jinnxxhxxd3955]

If u know Ao tat means u were raised in Mokokchung?? I may be wrong 🤣

[@MOBA-LENGENDS]

I'm in indore now brother where r u rn ?

[@DhruvKonwar]

​@@jinnxxhxxd3955 Yes in Tuli, Mokokchung. I too, was born and raised in Nagaland. If I'm not wrong I know this guy.

[@ruimaraitanji7675]

It would be so great if Naga tribes from Manipur, Assam, Myanmar and Arunachal are allow to take part in this amazing festival as a whole Naga family

[@us3351]

Ah… look at their rich culture. I have always admired Naga people. They are the best examples of modern yet traditional people!!! Proud to be from North East!!❤❤❤❤

[@rangoman1815]

Identifying as Christians yet latching onto animist identity, gods and culture! You are either Christian or animists and never in between!! Sadly, Nagas have sought fame and fortune over showing and preaching the Gospel but I wonder how many of the Nagas truly identify as genuine Christians rather than as a namesake like the Westerners

[@alani3992]

@@rangoman1815 Christ came to end religions, so identifying as 'Christian' is not what Christ would want.

[@zhimopumizhimo6273]

​@@rangoman1815lol wat an idiotic statement this is😂😂

[@SlimJim3082]

​@@rangoman1815can u stfu and stop talking about religion for a sec. Meiteis, Karbis, Kacharis all converted to Hinduism so stfu and leave everyone out of your crusade.

[@AmanRajBhardwaj]

Don't convert to Christianity

[@KaiJr2525]

Gary was so surprised to see his welcome 😅. For anyone doubting Naga hospitality, let that be a testament. Thank you Gary for visiting my Nagaland and making it known to the rest of the world. Your presence made the hornbill festival more beautiful.

[@melancholyme5708]

Same here... And i hope I'll able to visit one day 😊

[@njeilungleriame5216]

I'm a zeme naga from assam, a small community. I've always wanted to live in nagaland as there's more of our people. But always proud to be called a naga. I'll visit nagaland soon🫀to meet our brothers and sisters

[@kkhlufris]

Eagerly awaiting for the day Nagalim is reunited n brought back to its former glory. Assam-naga, arunachal-naga, mizo-naga, Manipur etc. We may have been seperated by the British and Indian, and some younger generations may not hold that pride But we are all Nagas n will be forever more. United we stand

[@Starlighttae]

Gary being a chief guest wearing a sweatshirt is the most casual thing ever😂

[@colesprouse7260]

Ikr!!🤣

[@zubemojami5341]

​@@colesprouse72602:50

[@Arya-cs7kj]

I don't think he expected that kind of treatment. When he was like " I reckon there's VIPs attenting this festival, too!" It was funny. 😂😂

[@TheKumarutsav]

The people of Nagaland seem full of warmth and love. Would want to visit this lovely state one day!

[@talijamir5395]

Please do come brother. Try experience hornbell festival from Dec 1 to 10

[@abelchophy2566]

Please do come.....

[@ramchiyim1990]

Your most welcome bro. Do visit Nagaland.

[@tozlkr675]

Welcome to Nagaland brother in Adv 😬

[@joysk2]

19:20 that women offering him dinner . Bless her

[@sorbocha484]

As an Assamese, I find Naga culture very fascinating, I love everything about their culture.

[@gamer_keih3373]

I am definitely going to nagaland to watch this.after watching their culture.I think i have fallen in love.what a spectacular video. I live in INDIA and i did'nt KNOW IT thankyou for making this video.

[@Will-dv9oy]

Come to Nagaland and you will get real feel of it. It's priceless.

[@_M_k_Y]

You're most welcome I hope you have a good time❤

[@puffpuffpanda4383]

Sure brother dec 1 - 10 😍😍👍👍

[@vaninimishakavi9183]

​@@Will-dv9oyi am from south would love to wish northeast someday

[@ludwig223]

I love the naga people. I have never met a naga person who isn't kind, compassionate and ofcourse, good looking. There is such a warmth about them that I can't explain. Love from Shillong!

[@RBPaul]

The biking segment was so cool. I never knew there are such cool bikers here in North East. I will have to visit Nagaland soon 🎉

[@TC-yy2kr]

It was on last year when NERM (North East Riders Meet) was organised on Niathu resort or else they always change the spot to meet everyyear.

[@melancholyme5708]

You're welcome brother. Please do visit

[@ExcitedWindowTulips-tc8ll]

Well,It may seem strange n surprise but there are Bikers' Clubs spread across Northeast States !!You'll love it

[@z.u.m.a.n]

This is something which makes every Northeastern proud. I'm sure every soul from NE is glad that someone like Gary Mehigan is exploring and conveying our heritage's beauty to the entire world. Thanks to Nat Geo and Gary.

[@sasmitasahu6064]

All India is proud for this culture 🎉

[@z.u.m.a.n]

@@sasmitasahu6064 thank you 🙏

[@vikedullcho1103]

Thank you Sir Gary for showcasing our Naga Culture to the world 🙌

[@user-uo6zg7wi6y]

Im from the Khasi Tribe and i love love love Nagaland, our Naga brothers and sisters and admire their preservation of their culture..

[@sailajeshsaragadm580]

"I have a profound appreciation for Nagaland's rich culture, stunning landscapes, and the warmth of its people-it's a love that grows with each unique experience."

[@walklikeanEzyptian]

😊

[@Helicopter007]

Proud of My Naga brothers.. Love from Tripura my Naga brothers❤️Northeast is gem of India❤️🇮🇳

[@Hii_0._]

I am a Punjabi from Delhi. But feel happy when I see people recognize and celebrate beautiful NE culture

[@mgayary9370]

I from Bodo Tribe....and I have huge love and respect for Naga Tribe. They are best people I have ever met in my life.

[@sandeepkumars1977]

What am I doing at home, my India is so beautiful❤️

[@annythiing7230]

Come this year …. Dec 1-10 , u will totally enjoy and have a wonderful experience !!!

[@ngeppenkyk4961]

Do visit during hornbill❤❤❤

[@shuiyanyanna6761]

Do experience this time 😊.

[@dayjobkill]

Nagas are our national treasure. Brothers and Sisters, spread the ❤

[@liukiang8329]

Gary, your genuine interest in showcasing Nagaland means a lot to us. The persistent misunderstandings and misrepresentations have taken a toll, especially with Nagas facing unwarranted racism. Your visit offers hope that people will finally see the real Nagaland and understand its beauty. Thank you for being a catalyst for positive change.

[@krishnabhatra4385]

Proud of you Nagas...❤from another tribal from odisha

[@---dl4df]

"We r Nagas, we r always full of stamina" Proud of our Naga people 💕🫂 Jai hind 🇮🇳

[@tiwariabhinay868]

Love from uttar pradesh ❤

[@iamgroot4706]

Jai hind???? 😆😂

[@tiwariabhinay868]

@@iamgroot4706 tumhari G kyu faat rhi hai.??

[@mymother1359]

Mc why Jai hind

[@---dl4df]

@@iamgroot4706Why not? Do u have any pain in ur a$$? Mf 🤨

[@theingenious8197]

Best documentary ever! This documentary should get an award!

[@AMITPANWAR1000]

Our beautiful country 😍 proud to be an Indian. Love the Indian Culture from East to West & North to South 🥰😍🤩

[@user-bp1zp2pi9x]

Don't you want Hindu rastra?

[@tomorrow.]

​@@user-bp1zp2pi9xthat will destroy what India stand for 😢

[@Alemlkr2510]

Best documentary of hornbill festival recorded so far.. Truly magnificent ❤ I felt every bit of the moment as i watched this video in awe. Made me feel in love with my people and our rich culture deeper. Lots of love to Sir Gary Mehigan. ❤️

[@bhanupratap-hd7qq]

My beautiful country 😍 proud to be an Indian. Love for my northeastern family❤

[@xoujin69]

ONE OF THE BEST FESTIVAL IN THE WORLD 🌎 HORNBILL FESTIVAL ❤

[@jaypalbigj]

I am from Santhal Tribe of Jharkhand... Lots of love and respect to my Naga tribe brothers. ❤❤❤

[@arjunmignone2919]

💚 how rich the culture is!!🔥 Love from tamilnadu 🥰

[@annicedom]

I have been to Nagaland. We stayed in Dimapur and visited Heritage Village. Amazing and breathtaking place and lovely people❤

[@justtrynalive]

north east india always reminds me how diverse we indians are. such hospitable folks

[@___dae]

This is my LAND; my NAGALAND. Thank you Gary Mehigan and National Geographic Channel for giving a view to the different cultures and colours of my Naga People. It's the time of the year again. People of the world, come on and visit us from 1-10 December 😇💕

[@brajkesharideb37]

I am from Odisha . I love the entire NE and its rich culture and people . I can relate to them as we are part of Eastern India with rich and diverse tribal population in our state . We have about 58 different tribals .

[@knucle7683]

The host really knows how to explore the culture and its people. Good work, it is very rare to find someone like him who really enjoys its work.

[@madleon81]

Show is scripted mate 😂 enjoy

[@suhasmadapurmath1030]

Love from Karnataka to Nagaland sisters & brothers 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Komi8]

Nobody noticed the car at 19:34 😁 The driver stopped his car and waited for them to complete their filming.

[@jerryteddy9543]

I just went to the video to see that .😂😂

[@annie8123]

I’m amazed how beautifully it was captured and documented. It was a 10 days long festival and GARY has lived the moment participated in every activity. I am glad that people come from far to witness the Rich Culture of Nagas. ❤😊

[@ManishSahu-rc4uc]

This single video has thought more about culture, traditions , tribe and people than any of textbooks in school.... Seriously This is what it should be... Appreciating , involving, sharing and living each other's culture rather than trying to prove why your culture is only the best... I definitely would visit the hornbill festival before I die...!!!

[@mada.ara._6291]

LOVE FROM MIZORAM TO MY NAGA BROTHERS AND SISTERS❤️❤️

[@josejoseph8725]

Wow naga culture is beautiful and vibrant😍, I have heard of hornbill festival but never went there, Wish I can attend it in future😊I have seen many naga people in Tamilnadu, there are very fun type😁 they enjoy their life to fullest. Love from Tamilnadu 😍

[@Mahesh-ye8sh]

That's the best part of social media, thanks for giving inside of the festival and to be honest NE people are the most lovely people you would come across.

[@cherryundercover8558]

Mekhela Mama is so pretty ❤️❤️ Angami women's beauty❤️

[@soumyadiptamajumdar2979]

This is the best part of this wide country the North East India...with best people in the entire country....close to nature, real from their heart and amazing musicians, human beings..

[@Ivanborah]

Just got back to this after watching your Durga Puja mega fest video, makes me realise how much I love my country. We have beautiful Nagaland and Hornbill fest and we have Bengal and soul touching Durga Puja too. This is the beauty of my land ❤ thank you for showing this to the world!

[@vedukhonaga]

Thank you for showcasing our Naga cultures to the World. 2023 Hornbill Festival will start this #December 1 to 10. Come and be part of this festival.

[@sambuddhadatta1012]

I m from Tripura, I love naga culture naga people but i wanna try naga food respect for naga people 🙏

[@MeMyselfKoreanGuy]

atchaaa bengali

[@shymenon6543]

I have lived in Nagaland when my hubby was posted there in a place called Peren. Lovely people and beautiful memories. Had seen hirnbill festival then about 20 yrs back. So nostalgic seeing this.

[@sumitgangwar4596]

Our culture our diversity our unity our pride 🇮🇳

[@prakashsinha4856]

He was Chief guest and he didn't even knew it. Thats my Naga people. I lived in dimapur for two years and never felt away from home.

[@wrenmedo7047]

Proud to be a Naga, the best was The Welcoming Gary where the Tourism Minister waits for him and walks in... that's the signature of a Naga WARMTH LOVING AND UNITY❤️

[@sonujaihind]

Really India is such a wonderful country. Proud to be an Indian.

[@ExcitedWindowTulips-tc8ll]

Mysterious, Mystical & Magical Landscape,My India 🇮🇳

[@mezeiun8304]

Gary is such a charismatic host and very likable. Really appreciate how playful and open he is to all kinds of experiences here in nagaland. Thank you for visiting and i hope in the future too you will come again 🙏💓 God bless!

[@sudarshansinha5134]

I watched the whole video with a smile and a pride on my face

[@childearth4039]

India warmly welcomes guests from all over the world and is happy to share all Indian festivals with them. with them.

[@user-jj9rk7no1z]

I want to visit and meet this beautiful people and place once... We are so proud of you and your culture.. very unique culture 💖.. Lots of heartful love from Bangalore. Karnataka 🇮🇳❤❤

[@priscyla1396]

So glad to see two of my favourite people in this documentary - mekhlamama (Dr. Keditsu) and one of the Judges of Australia MasterChef- Gary Mehigan.

[@isaackemp1984]

Proud to be Naga and thank you sir for visiting our state Nagaland may God bless you

[@ringjanaleelangthasa5893]

In hornbill festival in Nagaland every tribals come together and celebrate. And I myself belong to the Dimasa Kachari tribe loved ur reaction.

[@homefrontsai]

Only one word.....INDIA's NORTHEAST IS BEAUTIFUL🙌🙌🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@seraphina6702]

This is the testiment of Naga hospitality,,thankyou so much Gary.

[@ashwinirai3831]

Even though iam indian I didn't knew all these things but I learned soo many things about naga's from this video 🥰 love to visit there someday 💕

[@gadang160]

This is northeast ❤.. and its like more than 15 of different cultures yall have seen just in one state of northeast.. just wonder how many rest of 6 northeast states put together be having ,how many tribes and unique cultures ❤❤ .. proud to be from northeast ❤

[@alisharai8233]

Dude are you even from north east?? Can you even count..? It seems like our own northeasters sisters have forgotten about the only brother they have..it's really disheartening 😢😢

[@xforxenpai6977]

@@alisharai8233 we love our brother Sikkim ❤

[@TunuJio-mr2yi]

@@marshalomen1318 it's Sikkim

[@marshalomen1318]

@@TunuJio-mr2yi thanks for the correction 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@malemasterrace478]

Sikkimese are not our brothers or anything ..They are nepalese ...you guys are chindians basically curry ...northaast has othing to do wth your people@@alisharai8233

[@yoolutisuchiang7248]

The kindest and sweetest people i have ever met are the nagas ..... ❤

[@Khushi_R9]

Even as an Indian I find this series so educational and amazing! Truly feeling blessed to be an Indian. I WISH I CAN VISIT NAGALAND SOMEDAY SOON!!🙏🙏

[@ronallea8206]

I have never felt more proud than this as a Naga Indian.

[@Nikita-on4el]

A Lots of love From Punjab to alll my NE loving people 💙

[@A-Guy-From-Northeast]

I'm from Assam. I feel happy that our Northeast states getting recognition day by day.

[@khardunglineage6895]

The best documentary on Hornbill festival so far❤

[@khualliansuantak5291]

My dream festival. The pork,the Rice beer and the traditional handicrafts just wow.

[@zechmisao2602]

Nagaland has always been a beautiful and vibrant state, with all communities peace co-existing together. Can even see Kuki culturual troupe at 36:21 . Love from Kukiland

[@arundhatifoundation8975]

This is such a beautiful festival and a lovely culture enriching the whole country.

[@lalalachimolalaa]

I literally got goosebumps.... This is so amazing..... Lots of love from uttarakhand💗... I hope one day I'll go to nagaland

[@routetolife3291]

Video is so beautifully narrated and its obvious that no words to describe our NE rich culture.

[@Nerje96]

Beautiful festival showcasing Naga culture. Shame it does not get the coverage it deserves from our own media.

[@rumbenmurry1807]

Thank you National Geographic India for the wonderful broadcast. Especially Sir Gary Mehigan❤

[@dzucur]

Thank you Gary for coming to Nagaland. It's a humble pleasure to have you here.

[@KKN89-p6n]

A big thanks to the Tetseo Sisters, for being a wonderful host, showing how hospitable Nagas are.

[@mrhaloi4087]

As an Assamese I'm so proud of my Naga Brothers amd Sisters ❤

[@vennelakanuru2452]

Hornbill festival!!! ❤️‍🔥 Yay im glad nat Geo is covering this 😤 i always wanted to watch it (eveb though im from the south of india) im deeply intrigued by the NE culture and its down to earth people 😊❤️‍🔥

[@drjagritisingh6569]

I must say ,nagaland people are quiet good looking.men are handsome and women are so pretty. ❤

[@The_Buster01]

We often heard of things like "Love, humility, care, loyal, down to earth, simplicity, loving, protective".. Thats Nagas

[@almostlucky]

11:59 had me rolling on d floor laughing Mr. Gary 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@saved-jg3nd]

🤣🤣

[@beninghamonsang1280]

Thank you so much Gary... Makes me so proud once again to be The Naga tribe. I really enjoy the takeaways of your Hornbill Festival❤❤❤. I kept smiling throughout the whole video, thank you.. 🤝 God bless.

[@athsoleolson2143]

That “beautiful shawl” is call “Errie Ra” which means “war shawl” worn by the Chakhesang men. The women’s version is white background with red borders with black and red design minus the spears and is called “Erru Ra” which translate to “Bone Shawl”. Treasure that shawl, it takes more that two weeks to carry and weave it, then trim it to shape the spears.

[@medicostaymotive7168]

What a festival..love from odisha 😊

[@hokibodol3416]

So thankful dat foreigners are promoting and showing North East cultures unlike our own Country govt. And people from North India who knows only racism and neglected our cultures

[@listofbucketliststraveland9281]

We all hv dark sides...even North easterns kill each others everywhere!! Ethnic violence is worst in north east 😢 It's Indian Government only who is promoting all these.. Christianity hv destroyed more than half of north eastern culture!!

[@Saurabh20000]

They are doing this with government collaboration. Indian already helping allot To NE states far more than what the contributes in national economy. Racism exist everywhere in north, in south even in Nagaland to. All are equally bad. Now thinking of people are changing although its common sense that no society can be perfect ever. Be positive, try to except the changes and appreciate it and try to contribute.

[@geminishim]

I love the lady, very intelligent, eloquent, fun, smart, real I'm enlightened. ❤

[@sangdejigdung]

Very proud to see our tribe DIMASA KACHARI to be featured on this platform...

[@SlimJim3082]

Dimasas are a part of Nagaland dude. Dimapur was named after Dimasas.

[@Konkonponponsonson]

​@@SlimJim3082Their dress is kinda influenced by sanskritic culture.

[@sangdejigdung]

@@SlimJim3082 I'm from dimapur bro also I'm in nodhrang now😂😂😂

[@SlimJim3082]

@@Konkonponponsonson so who cares? They're a part of Nagaland culture is what I said

[@Anonymous-ql9yd]

What i love about North Eastern states is that most of them can speak very good and fluent English. ❤️

[@renmurry7216]

When the Chief guest doesn't know he is the Chief guest and asked who is it for? cracks me up everytime 😂

[@iamgroot4706]

Top notch production, enjoyed watching every second of it. Long live the Hornbill Festival. 🎉👍

[@bendangtemjen7839]

A big blessing for nagaland indeed..! Presented in the most ultimate manner about naga culture to the world by host and the channel.... Thankful to the host and dear nagas.., gear up the way are presented to the world... 👍

[@SIDDHANT878]

People who are commenting on Indians who don't respect or treat NE states as theirs have half knowledge, First we Indians were taught very less about our North Eastern states in our history textbooks we are taught more about French revolution compared to history of NE states but things are changing steadily and now as more and more people are getting aware about NE states people on mainland there respect towards people from NE is growing some examples are Mary Kom, Phangnon Konyak( First Lady from NE state mainly nagaland to chair Rajya sabha), Temjem Imna(MP from Nagaland).. India is growing and so do Indians.. It took USA around 100years after emancipation proclamation to allow black people to vote in there own country, It took Australia 100 years since 1900(when all 6 colonies united to become what is Australia today declaring Australia as independent country) to allow Aborginies to assimilate in general population..Be patience!!

[@khrieketouzometha8036]

👍

[@VoxTro]

Exactly!! Most of the ignorance among commoners came from the lack of knowledge about North-eastern part. It's really sad that most of the history books just revolve around Mughals.

[@rjb9239]

Lack of knowledge leads to ignorance not discrimination and hate

[@manlimnaga1359]

Imna Along is not an MP, he is state cabinet minister