Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Season Ahead part-II



Weaving activities in villages are active to welcome 'Bohag'(Asomia New Year) which culminate as month long spring festival in 'Asom' called 'Bohag Bihu'.It falls between mid Apr and mid May every year. Ladies, young or old are quite busy weaving 'Gamocha'(type of hand towel for multipurpose use) to gift them to their loved ones and respected ones during 'Bihu'.'Gamocha'is intricately connected with 'Asomia' culture and society.'Bohag Bihu'is also known as 'Rongali Bihu' means festival of joy and happiness.

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