CULTURE OF NORTH EASTERN INDIA – TRIPURA


CULTURE OF NORTH EASTERN INDIA – TRIPURA

RELIGION:

               Hinduism is the major religion of Tripura. Islam, Christianity and Buddhism are also practised here. The major tribes such as Tripuris, Reangs, Halams, Jamatia and Noatias practice similar rituals as the Hindus do. Vaishnavism is prevalent among the Kalai and Rupini tribes.

ART AND CRAFT:
                                 
BAMBOO TRAY

HANDICRAFT

              Cane and bamboo handicrafts are famous in Tripura. The land of Tripura produces abundant bamboo and cane which are used to make different types of Handicrafts like chairs, tables, mats, hats, bags, hand fans, containers etc. The tribes of Tripura are famous for handmade clothes. The tribal women are experts in weaving. Handiwork is made by simple materials such as bamboo, cane, palm leaves etc., Tripura is famous for Horticulture. Fruits like Pineapple, Orange, Litchi, Lemon etc., are produced in abundance. 

DRESS:
                                  
RISA

RINAI


           Risa, Rignai and Rikutu were the traditional costumes of Tripura. It features beautiful artistry of fabrics. Rignai is the draped skirt worn by women. Every clan in Tripura has their version of Rignai in terms of designs and patterns. Risa is worn by the bride during the wedding. Rinai is a traditional cloth of Khakloo tribe women. Khakloo is a large piece of cloth; women cover themselves with this cloth. The traditional costume for men is a towel whih is kniwn as Rikutu Gamcha. Men wear this with Kubai which is a type of shirt.

Cuisine:
                              
Kosoi Bwtwi

Panch Phoron Tarkari

             The traditional food of the state is Mui Borok. Kosoi Bwtwi is another Tripura cuisine made of beans and Berma. Panch Phoron Tarkari is a vegetarian dish prepared with a number of vegetables such as brinjal, pumpkins and potatoes and other add ups like Red chillies, Bay leaves, Green chillies etc., Panch Phoron is an important Bengali spice which is a perfect blend of five spices. The another favourite dish of Tripuris is Gudok which is prepared in young bamboo pipes. Wahan Mosdeng is a pork dish that is famous among the Tripurian people.

                                                                                                                      BY
                                                                                                                      R.VARSHAA

Comments

  1. imaginatively creativeFebruary 11, 2019 at 10:00 PM

    It was very interesting to read and i learnt a lot of new info about tripura. Overall, the blog was a splendid one.
    G.Abirami

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  2. UnknownFebruary 12, 2019 at 6:39 AM

    Hamsika
    The culture and art forms of Tripura is enthralling. Knowing about the vegetarian dish makes me hungry as it sounds delicious. The blog is good, the way it has been put up is excellent.

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  3. imaginatively creativeFebruary 12, 2019 at 7:08 AM

    The cultural heritage of the state is informative. - Archita. T. Menon

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  4. imaginatively creativeFebruary 12, 2019 at 7:43 AM

    Very interesting blog. Got to know a lot about the culture of Tripura.
    Faaiqa Aisha

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  5. imaginatively creativeFebruary 12, 2019 at 8:27 AM

    The blog was crisp and very well written. Got to know about the fabulous craft and clothing of Tripura.
    Faadila Aisha

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