 If we talk about tribal tourism, then Chhattisgarh is one of the most fascinating tourist destinations of not only in India but the world. Known for its exceptional scenic beauty and unique and rich cultural heritage, Chhattisgarh has always been synonymous with tribes and tribal culture. Over one third of the state population is of tribes, most of them inhabiting in the thickly forested areas of the famous Bastar region. The tribes of Chhattisgarh are unique in their lifestyles and have beautifully retained their own culture and traditions for centuries. If you are the one who is looking to discover the unique tribal culture of India, then Chhattisgarh offers a perfect destination for you.
Bastar is the largest tribal district of Chhattisgarh with over 70% of its total population comprising of tribals, which is about 26.76% of the total tribal population of Chhattisgarh. There are several tribal castes in Chhattisgarh with Gonds of Bastar being the most prominent among them. The Gond Tribes are well known for their unique Ghotul system of marriages, in all over the world. Other major tribes of Chhattisgarh region include the Baiga, Korba, Abhuj Maria, BisonHorn Maria, Muria, Halbaa, Bhatra and Dhurvaa tribes. The tribes of Chhattisgarh are known for their unique and distinctive tribal culture and each tribal group has its own distinct culture and enjoys its own unique traditional living styles. They differ from each other in their costume, eating habits, customs, traditions and even worship different form of god and goddess. Undoubtedly, Chhattisgarh is the most important tribal destination in India and the region has a great potential for tribal tourism.
The tribes of Chhattisgarh region are also known for their passion for dances and music, which are the most important amusements and a part and parcel of their day-today life. The tribal women of the Chhattisgarh region love to adorn themselves with plenty of ornaments made of cowries, beads, shells, bones, feathers, mixed metals, copper and bronze. The Chhattisgarh tribes are also known for their beautiful arts and crafts. Among festivals, Dusshera is the most important festival of the region but it's different from the north Indian Dusshera. Dusshera Festival of Bastar tribes is celebrated with much enthusiasm in Chhattisgarh every year when all the major tribes of the region gather at the Danteshwari Temple at Dantewada to worship the goddess Danteshwari. Undoubtedly Chhattisgarh is an undiscovered paradise, offering a tourist destination with a difference. Visit Chhattisgarh to see the colorful tribal dances and colorful festivals, which would surely be an exciting and rewarding experience for you on your Chhattisgarh Tour.
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