ARUNACHAL PRADESH-CULTURE

ARUNACHAL PRADESH



Image result for arunachal pradesh culture and traditionsHidden in the North-Eastern region of India, Arunachal Pradesh is a state which is unlike any other state in India. Surprisingly unspoilt, it is a land of captivating scenery, majestic Himalayan backdrop, abundant greenery, soaring waterfalls and pictorial lakes. It is a haven for travellers looking for a tranquil environment to get away from the hustle and bustle of metropolitan life. 

RELIGION



Mostly, the residents of Arunachal follow their own indigenous religions which are highly inclined towards nature. However, around 30% of the population of Arunachal practice Christianity. Some small communities of the region have traditionally been Hindu. Tibetan Buddhism is the dominant religion in the districts of West Kameng, Tawang and regions adjacent to Tibet. Near the Burmese border, Theravada Buddhism is the central faith. 

CUISINE

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Rice and meat are the staple food of Arunachal. Lettuce is quite popular among locals and it is cooked using green chillies, coriander and ginger. Boiled rice cakes, Thukpa and momos are the traditional dishes devoured by people. The food is less on spices and is generally mild. Various forms of rice beers are prepared by local communities, one of them being Apang which is prepared by fermenting rice and millet. Due to the high amount of variedness among local communities, the food preparation methods differ slightly from district to district. 

FESTIVALS



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People of Arunachal celebrate various occasions and for various reasons, be it religious, socio-cultural or agricultural. The tribal people are simple living people and derive happiness out of small things in life. Festivals are a source of getting together and sharing moments of joy with each other. Some of the prominent festivals celebrated in Arunachal Pradesh are Losar, Solung, Boori-Boot, Mopin, Dree, Nyokum, Reh, Si-Donyi, etc. 


OCCUPATION

Agriculture is the main occupation of people in Arunachal Pradesh. Jhum cultivation is the major occupation practised by the farmers. Jhuming involves cleaning a portion of forest by cutting down and burning the trees and then sowing seeds on those areas with the help of a poker. Many farmers have been relying on this form of agriculture for their livelihood for years now. Majority of the land in the state is covered with dense forest and lands. These forests provide products and industries are based on processing them, which gives employment and income to a large number of population. Most of the industries in the state are based on natural products from forests like timber and plywood.

Apart from its breathtaking natural beauty, what makes this land truly magical is its vibrant and distinct culture. In a highly westernised world today, Arunachal Pradesh is a proud state in India, still preserving its ancient culture and traditions. 

BY
Jayasree M

Comments

  1. Pooja Ashok February 21, 2019 at 11:19 AM

    India, Arunachal Pradesh is a state which is unlike any other state in India. The people of this state are very colorful -Pooja Ashok

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  2. ShanmugapriyaaFebruary 22, 2019 at 10:47 PM

    This blog is perfect package.

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  3. sushmitaFebruary 23, 2019 at 5:35 AM

    by this comes to know the tradition and food of the people

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  4. sowmiya kFebruary 23, 2019 at 9:39 PM

    Yes AP is one of the most unknown state in India .By this we are able to know more about there living culture and there art and architecture.

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