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Mizo culture is rooted in the arts and ways of life of Mizos in India, Bangladesh and Myanmar. Mizo culture has developed in plurality with historical settlements and migrations starting from Southern China to the Shan states of Burma, the Kabaw valley and the state of Mizoram under the British and Indian administrations. [1]
Mizo craft refers to as Mizoram handicrafts, is a traditional art and techniques of the inhabitants of Mizoram state, prominently known as the "Songbird of the North east". Its people are collectively known as Mizo. Mizo craftsmanship exists since ancient period. Its artisans use simple tools designed to produce traditional products.
Khual Lam is a Mizo traditional dance from the Indian state of Mizoram that is performed for guests. [1] Nowadays, it is performed in every major Mizo cultural festival but still maintains the tradition of performing for guests such as the state Chief Minister, or government officials.
Mizo marriage customs are deeply rooted in traditional practices, though they have evolved over time, especially with the influence of Christianity. The process typically begins with Mangkhawn, a formal proposal where the groom's family sends an elder, known as the "Palai," to the bride's home to ask for her hand in marriage.
Chheih Lam is a Mizo traditional dance originating from the Indian state of Mizoram during the early 1900s. [1] It represents the spirits of happiness and joy, [citation needed] traditionally performed during a cool evening after the day's work was over with a round of rice beer.
Sakhua (lit. "diety divine force"), also known as Mizo religion, [3] Lushai animism [4] or Khua worship, is a traditional polytheistic ethnic faith practiced by the Mizo people prior to the widespread adoption of Christianity during the British annexation of Mizoram. [5] As of the 2001 census, 1,367 people in Mizoram continued to practice this ...
The cuisine of Mizoram shares characteristics to other regions of Northeast India and North India. Rice is the staple food of Mizoram, while Mizos love to add non-vegetarian ingredients in every dish. Fish, chicken, pork and beef are popular meats among Mizos. Dishes are cooked in any available oil.
Mizoram [a] is a landlocked state in northeastern India, with Aizawl as its capital and largest city. It shares 722-kilometres (449 miles) of international borders with Bangladesh to the west, and Myanmar to the east and south, with domestic borders with the Indian states of Assam, Manipur, and Tripura. [5]