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  Meghalaya - The Abode Of Clouds - Express Travel & Tourism
Meghalaya nestled in the far-flung north-eastern region means ‘the abode of the clouds’ aptly so, because it is endowed with a rich variety of natural beauty and is the home to a variety of animals and birds.
Meghalaya is often described as the ‘Scotland of the East’.
Meghalaya is also rich in wildlife and is a paradise for wildlife lovers.
www.expresstravelandtourism.com /20010831/dest3.htm   (1023 words)

  
 Meghalaya
Meghalaya or 'abode of the clouds', is a source of inspiration to any poet, a dramatic canvas for an artist's dream, and the ideal retreat for people in search of beauty and solitude.
Carved out of the former state of Assam, Meghalaya is one of the seven sister states of the North Eastern region, bordered by Assam in the north and Bangladesh in the south.
Meghalaya experiences the two seasons, of winter and monsoon, and is characterized by a cool climate throughout the year.
www.ashextourism.com /Meghalaya/meghalaya.htm   (357 words)

  
 1Up India > India > Meghalaya > General Information about Meghalaya can be found here.
Meghalaya experiences two seasons: winter and monsoon and is characterised by cool climate throughout the year.
Agriculture is the main occupation of Meghalaya, with eighty three percent of the total population, dependent on it for their livelihood.
Meghalaya is dotted with a number of divine tourist spots, where Nature unveils herself in all her glory.
www.1upindia.com /states/meghalaya   (528 words)

  
 Tourism of Meghalaya hotels and profile, Meghalaya travel guide, Meghalaya travel map, tourism map of Meghalaya
Meghalaya is a dream come true for the tourist.
A common cultural tradition of all the tribes of Meghalaya is the matriarchal law of inheritance by which, custody to property and succession of family position runs through the female line, passing from the mother to the youngest daughter, instead of the male line as is common elsewhere in the country.
Drinking and dancing to the accompaniment of music from buffalo horn singas, bamboo flutes, and drums are integral parts of religious ceremonies and social functions.
mapsofindia.com /stateprofiles/meghalaya   (887 words)

  
 Music of Meghalaya - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Meghalaya is a state of India with a rich folk tradition.
The arrival of Christianity in the mid-19th century signalled the beginning of a decline in tribal musical traditions.
 This article about a music genre is a stub.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Music_of_Meghalaya   (134 words)

  
 Himalayan Travel Trade Journal:Meghalaya Features
Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya and a bustling cosmopolitan city of about 300,000 people, is unique in character.
Meghalaya is called the “Scotland of the East” because of its terrain, salubrious climate and hospitable
The Ramakrishna Mission, one of the oldest educational institutions in Meghalaya that has produced leaders of national stature, is situated in this rainy town.
www.httj.com.np /august/meghalaya_features.htm   (3132 words)

  
 Learn more about India in the online encyclopedia.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
In music, two important forms are the Carnatic and the Hindustani, the former from South India, a much purer form and the latter from North India deriving a lot from Muslim infuences.
Apart from the Vedas which are a sacred form of knowledge, there are other works such as the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharatha, treatises such as Vaastu Shastra in Architecture and Town planning and Artha Shastra in political science.
So there is Indi-pop in music, Hinglish or Tanglish- English flavoured with terms from local language used most prominently in fields such as advertising, pizzas with indigenous spices, experimental dance and theatre forms, and so on.
www.onlineencyclopedia.org /i/in/india.html   (1926 words)

  
 Meghalaya --  Encyclopædia Britannica
It is bounded to the north by the kingdom of Bhutan and the state of Arunachal Pradesh; to the east by the states of Nagaland and Manipur; to the south by the states of Mizoram and Tripura; and to the west by the state of Meghalaya,...
It is a rolling tableland and the highest portion of the hill mass that comprises most of Meghalaya.
Meghalaya falls under the jurisdiction of the High Court in Guwahati, Assam.
www.britannica.com /eb/article?tocId=9111211   (648 words)

  
 webindia123.com- Indian Music
Indian music which is categorised into classical and folk music enraptures the human heart and can be enjoyed by all walks of life.
Indian classical music which originated from Vedic chants or Sama music has two distinct styles, Hindustani and Carnatic and is enjoyed and performed mostly by members of the upper strata of society.
Additionally, pop music and music for films can be heard broadcast on the streets and in homes and restaurants throughout India.
www.webindia123.com /music   (145 words)

  
 industrial music --  Encyclopædia Britannica   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Unlike traditional folk music, popular music is written by known individuals, usually professionals, and does not evolve through the process of oral transmission.
In the West, since the 1950s, “pop” music has come to mean the constantly changing styles derived from the electronically amplified music form known as rock and roll.
Both minimalist art and music are characterized by stark simplicity and an inexpressive, objective approach.
www.britannica.com /eb/article-9097108?&query=muzak&ct=   (813 words)

  
 Miscellaneous Arts and Crafts in Meghalaya
Meghalaya is the abode of rhythm and dances.
Like drumming is a popular art and largely used for sacred and devotional music, yet the different styles and the types used, connote different meanings.
They are played as a musical instruments during the dances and festivals.
www.ignca.nic.in /craft204.htm   (2376 words)

  
 ipedia.com: India Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The two main ones in terms of classical music are the Carnatic and Hindustani.
It is not uncommon for major writers, saints and poets to have large musical libraries and traditions to their name, often sung in thumri (semi-classical) style.
Popular forms of music also prevail, the most notable being Filmi music; interestingy, Hindu religious bhajans and Urdu ghazals often cross over between the classical and popular realms.
www.ipedia.com /india.html   (2648 words)

  
 meghalaya state tourism, meghalaya india, tourist information on meghalaya, city guide to shillong, cherrapunji, khasi ...
Weaving is an ancient craft of the tribals of Meghalaya - be it weaving of cane or cloth.
The Khasis and Jaintias are particularly fond of songs praising the nature like lakes, waterfalls, hills, etc. and also expressing love for their land.
However, with the change of time as in the rest of the country, the males have adopted the western code of dress leaving the ladies to continue the tradition of ethnic sartorial elegance.
www.indiantravelportal.com /meghalaya/arts-crafts   (536 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | South Asia | Voting for Frankenstein
These unlikely names have their roots in Meghalaya's tribal groups who like to sound knowledgeable by naming their children after great leaders.
Meghalaya's three major tribes, the Khasis, the Garos and Jaintias all have Laugh Clubs.
Perhaps the final word should go to Adolf Lu Hitler R Marak, seeking to hold on to his seat in Meghalaya's state assembly.
news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/south_asia/2800585.stm   (434 words)

  
 madnomad.com | Music - resources   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Much of the music included in the local level series is unavailable outside of the country of origin and thus inclusion in the series offers a unique opportunity for the music to reach a wider audience.
Her "Music and Songs of Mauritania" (1992) is generally available.
While Keita was born to a family of nobility and went against his parent's wishes to become a musician, Koita was born to a Jali family in which music was an accepted form of expression.
www.madnomad.com /music/resources.cfm   (2438 words)

  
 India Travelog: Fact File - Meghalaya   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Shillong became Assam's capital in 1874 and remained so for a centuryuntil the seat of government in Assam went to the plains and Meghalayawas established as a separate state.
The Jaintias are one of the three main tribeswhich inhabit Meghalaya: the others being the Khasis and the Garos.Nartiang's greatest attraction is to be found off the small road thatruns amid forest, streams and hills in a quiet and shaded glen.
Ashort walk and you will find yourself in the playground of giants, itappears: huge stone slabs are positioned erect or flat or sloping.But this is more than what meets the eye: it is a park of megaliths,some of which, are said to have been placed there by a giant calledU Mar Phalyngki.
www.indiatravelog.com /factfile/meghalaya-1.html   (1225 words)

  
 indya.com Music - Interview with Bhupen Hazarika   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
The music and songs in M F Husain's Gaja Gamini prove one thing beyond doubt.
The man behind the outstanding music in Gaja Gamini is a sprightly septuagenarian with a vast and fathomless knowledge of music.
About two years ago when I was in Meghalaya I got a phone call from Husain in London.
music.indya.com /features/film/bhupen_in.html   (894 words)

  
 Festival Tours in Meghalaya,Fair And Festival Tours of Meghalaya,Festival Tour Packages for Meghalaya,Easten India ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Meghalaya is so rich in its culture that the regional separations also see difference in festivals.
The three main hills of Meghalaya namely Garo Hills, Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills have their own distinct festivals.
Men and women attired in traditional fineries dance to the hypnotising music of drums and the flute.
www.northeastindiatours.com /festival-tours-in-meghalaya.html   (529 words)

  
 The Telegraph - Calcutta : Nation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Ka Miet Ki Sur Nylla, an evening of fusion music, was organised by the Meghalaya tourism department as part of the Meghalaya Day celebrations.
The department brought some of the best traditional musicians under one roof to revive the flavour and uniqueness of the music that has been reverberating in the hills of Meghalaya for ages.
Said Meghalaya tourism department director Hima Shangpliang: “We were sure that the event would kick-start an affinity for traditional music among the younger generation, brought up on western music.
www.telegraphindia.com /1050125/asp/nation/story_4295620.asp   (340 words)

  
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Nongkynrih, along with Nick Dunn, has designed an opera called Soh Lyngngem, the story of a girl who turns into a nightingale, which was performed to full houses in Geneva and other Swiss cities last week by a 10-member troupe from Shillong.
Also engaged in promoting classical music, Nongkynrih has taken upon himself the task of promoting Meghalaya’s folklore and music outside.
WITH peace fast returning to the state, the Nagaland government has announced its decision to allow private players a major role in the tourism development of the state.
www.indianexpress.com /print.php?content_id=52617   (403 words)

  
 Rediff On The NeT Travel: A travel feature on Cherappunjee in Meghalaya, India.
The town's very wet weather is not surprising, considering that geography dictates that the South Western monsoon winds -- pregnant with moisture and attracted to the low pressure centres of Meghalaya -- sweep across the length and breadth of India to unload rain by the bucketful on this town during the rainy season.
On a sunny, clear day from the Meghalaya hill tops, the rich green alluvial plains of Bangladesh, criss-crossed with its wide rivers on the final leg of its journey to the sea, are clearly visible.
Dawki, the check post on the border, is about 20 to 25 km from Cherrapunjee but the nearest embassy is at Agartala, the state capital of Tripura.
www.rediff.com /travel/1998/oct/09snap9.htm   (919 words)

  
 Meghalaya: India Tourism - Incredible India   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Meghalaya is one of the country’s newest states with its capital at Shillong.
For long a summer retreat of the British, the beautifully kept golf course and several English country cottages testify to another influence besides the local one.
Reproduction in whole or in part, in any form or medium without written permission of India Tourism is prohibited.
india-tourism.com /en_meg.0.html   (251 words)

  
 1Up India > India > Meghalaya > The wonderful festivals celebrated in Meghalaya
The Government of Meghalaya regularly organises festivals in order to gather tourist attraction.
However, festivals not belonging to Christian faith, are held in order to signify occasions where ancestral spirits are appeased, following activities of sowing and harvesting.
The Khasis have the famous colourful Nongkrem dance- an ancient religious ritual tracing it's origins to ancient times, and Shad Suk Mynsiem festival, a thanksgiving dance with display of traditional Khasi fineries and also the jovial harvest dance of the War's of Southern Meghalaya.
www.1upindia.com /states/meghalaya/festivals.html   (313 words)

  
 rediff.com: BDR threatens Meghalaya villagers
Tribal chiefs in the northeastern state of Meghalaya have urged the Centre to tighten security along the border with Bangladesh, alleging troop build-up and threats by the neighbouring country's soldiers.
Community leaders say BDR soldiers have threatened the villagers of Pyrdiwah and Lyngkhat to vacate their homes immediately or face "dire consequences".
Pyrdiwah, 90 km east of Meghalaya's capital Shillong, was the border village that the BDR had occupied for five days in April after taking hostage 28 Border Security Force personnel.
www.rediff.com /news/2001/oct/05megha.htm   (226 words)

  
 'Chandramukhi' music scales high:- - News - Webindia123.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
Chennai, March 18 : The "Chandramukhi" album is selling like hot cakes not because of its music, but because it is the audio of a Rajnikanth film.
"Ram" (Yuvan Shankar Raja): This is at the second spot only because of "Chandramukhi", which is at the top not because of its music.
The biggest hit of the album, of course, is "Thottu thottu", belted out by Haricharan, Harini and Sudhaar.
news.webindia123.com /news/showdetails.asp?id=73765&cat=Entertainment   (193 words)

  
 imu
Paul Derstine, expressed his pleasure at the move of USAID “to once again support church run programs in Africa.” He celebrated the fact that several other Protestant denominations have pledged to join the USAID effort in Congo.
The Council of Baptist Churches of Northeast India (CBCNEI) held their Music Fest 2000 from Dec. 7-10 in Tura, Meghalaya to encourage music ministry in churches and spur the creation of praise and worship teams.
Music is an important tool for reaching our people, especially the youth."
www.internationalministries.org /updates/jan_2001_imu.htm   (1569 words)

  
 Faith Christian Church -- Meghalya, Jowai, Meghalaya, India   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
We owned a High School named "Faith Academy", through this we teach the students to be academically excellent at the same time teaching them to love the Lord and aim at serving him.
We have music team of young people, doing praise and worship in the local dialect.
We have women ministry that is growing in numbers and having great zeal in praying and reaching others to Christ.
wpfj.org /fcc   (297 words)

  
 forum music trance   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
music - techno trance music - canon d free in music...
Mood music that relaxes or puts you in a trance-like state...
Trance--the music of the future; the apex of emotional ecstacy; the...
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