Village Vibe celebrates the art, culture and festivals of India’s village life. Urbanites aren’t the only ones who become social media stars, produce stunning art, enjoy food fads or follow fitness crazes. And as for festivals, there’s a totally different vibe in the villages.
Village Vibe
A sacred forest of spirituality & tradition in Meghalaya
The Mawphlang sacred forest in Meghalaya is a stunning natural site with deep cultural significance. Protected by the Khasi tribe for centuries, it’s a peaceful place where nature, spirituality, and tradition come together.
Revelling in nature’s bounty at a rural haat
The weekly haat (market) in Jhirpani provides a glimpse into the lives of the tribals and the way the village economy plays out at the grassroot level. Besides uncommon natural treats, lessons in conscious living get added to the cart organically.
Unveiling ‘landa’, Odisha’s tribal spirit, once forbidden by the British
In southern Odisha’s Koraput district, tribal communities like Paroja, Kondh, Gadaba, Kotia and Dharua have brewed ‘landa’ for centuries. The traditional alcoholic beverage made from ragi is intrinsically linked with their social and religious life.
Bihar’s Mud Holi: A rooted, rustic, rural revelry
Bihar’s centuries-old ‘Mud Holi’, locally called Dhurkheli, continues to refresh and uplift rural communities, blending tradition, joy, and the healing touch of nature in a vibrant celebration.
10 unique ways India celebrates Holi
From displaying martial art skills to lighting bonfires and throwing flowers, Holi is celebrated in a variety of ways across India. Here, we take a closer look at 10 unique traditions.
Traditional Holi snacks from the heartland
This Holi, add flavour to your celebrations with these 5 easy recipes from rural India.
From earth to art: Larnai black clay pottery
Larnai black clay pottery, hand-crafted using locally sourced black clay and serpentine stone, is a traditional art form from Meghalaya. Known for its unique designs, it reflects the rich cultural heritage of the region.
The portrayal of women in Kalighat paintings
Kalighat paintings offer a fascinating glimpse into the complex and evolving relationship between societal expectations, gender roles, and females in India. By portraying women as both symbols of tradition and catalysts for change, the art form serves as a valuable record of a transformative period. The contemporary depiction of women in Kalighat can be seen as a continuing struggle for gender equality and women’s rights in today’s society.
Snow and the spirit of sportsmanship
‘When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.’ The adage holds true for young boys of Gurez Valley, a remote region along the ancient Silk Route, home to the Dard Shin tribe in north Kashmir. The valley remains covered with snow and cut off from the rest of the world for nearly six months. However, this doesn’t dissuade youngsters here from indulging in what they love the most–Snow Cricket.