Cultural heritage of Manipur showcased in Sikkim.Byline: ANI Gangtok, Nov 21(ANI): An exhibition on cultural heritage of Manipur was recently held at Sikkim State Archives in Gangtok. The exhibition, which commenced on November 16 and concluded on November 20, was organized by the Manipur State Museum Arts and Culture Department in collaboration with Sikkim Cultural Affair and Heritage Department. It exhibited the cultural heritage of Manipur, including the ethnic tribes of the State from 33AD to the 18th century. Y. Binita Devi, Assistant Curator CURATOR, persons, contracts. One who has been legally appointed to take care of the interests of one who, on account of his youth, or defect of his understanding, or for some other cause, is unable to attend to them himself. 2. of the Manipur State Museum in Imphal, said that the exhibition was aimed at bringing Manipur and Sikkim together by highlighting the cultural bonds. "We have brought this exhibition to the scenic beauty of Sikkim to highlight the culture of Manipur. So, we can interact with the cultural heritage of Sikkim and Manipur, to bring integration, peace and harmony and also preserve the cultural heritage for the future," Devi said. The exhibits included Buddhist artifacts artifacts see specimen artifacts. recovered from excavations, royal utensils, Meitei jewellery, tribal clan clan, social group based on actual or alleged unilineal descent from a common ancestor. Such groups have been known in all parts of the world and include some that claim the parentage or special protection of an animal, plant, or other object (see totem). sword and ancient artworks and paintings. The exhibition was widely appreciated by the people of Sikkim. "For the first time, such an exhibition has been held in Sikkim. It at least depicts Manipur's culture and we also can have some idea about the culture and tradition of Manipur," said Dilip umar, a local resident. (ANI) Copyright 2009 Asian News International The Asian News International (ANI) agency provides multimedia news to China and 50 bureaus in India. It covers virtually all of South Asia since its foundation and presently claims, on its official website, to be the leading South Asia-wide news agency. (ANI) - All Rights Reserved. Provided by Syndigate.info an Albawaba.com company |
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