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Physiography of Manipur: Hills, Valleys, Rivers and Physical Features

Physiography of Manipur: Hills, Valleys, Rivers and Physical Features Manipur is a mountainous state of Northeast India characterised by a remarkable contrast between rugged hill ranges and the central Manipur Valley . Its physiography is closely related to the eastern extension of the Himalayan mountain system and the wider Indo-Myanmar mountain region . The physical landscape of Manipur can broadly be divided into two major physiographic units: The surrounding hill region The central Manipur or Imphal Valley A smaller valley and plain area occurs in the western part of the state around the Barak and Jiri river systems . The combination of mountains, intermontane valleys, rivers, wetlands and lakes gives Manipur a highly varied physical landscape. From a physiographic perspective, Manipur is especially important because the state represents part of the Eastern Hills or Purvanchal extension of the Himalayan system .  Physiographic Divisions of Manipur The relief of Manipur can be c...

Physiography of Mizoram – Hills, Valleys, Relief, Rivers and Major Physical Features

Physiography of Mizoram – Hills, Valleys, Relief, Rivers and Major Physical Features Mizoram is one of the most mountainous states of Northeast India and is characterised by a distinctive landscape of parallel hill ranges, narrow valleys, steep slopes, ridges, deep gorges and fast-flowing rivers . Its physical geography is closely related to the geological structure and geomorphic evolution of the eastern extension of the Himalayan mountain system. The physiography of Mizoram can be understood through its relief, geological structure, slope characteristics, drainage pattern and processes of erosion and denudation . The hills of Mizoram belong to the Eastern Hills or Purvanchal extension of the Northern Mountains . The landscape is young and structurally controlled. Longitudinal mountain ridges generally trend from north to south , while narrow valleys occur between them. Running water has played a major role in carving the present relief, producing deeply dissected hills, ravines, gorg...

Physiography of Arunachal Pradesh: Himalayas, Hills, Valleys and Plains

Physiography of Arunachal Pradesh: Himalayas, Hills, Valleys and Plains Arunachal Pradesh is a predominantly mountainous state in the eastern Himalaya. Its relief changes dramatically from high, snow-covered mountain zones along the northern frontier to deeply dissected middle mountains, foothill belts and the plains adjoining Assam in the south. This exceptional variation in altitude, slope and drainage gives the state a distinctive physical geography and strongly influences climate, vegetation, agriculture, settlement and transport. For geographical study, the terrain can be understood as a broad sequence from the highest Himalayan mountains in the north, through the lower Himalayan and sub-Himalayan belts, to the eastern hill systems and the southern plains. Different classifications use slightly different boundaries, but the common idea is a north-to-south transition from very high relief to lower foothills and alluvial lowlands. Location and General Relief Arunachal Pradesh occupi...

Traditional Festivals of Northeast India | List of Famous Traditional Festivals in Northeast India

Traditional Festivals of Northeast India and List of Famous Traditional Festivals in Northeast India Festivals in Northeast India are generally very different from the rest of India. Northeast India is home to various ethnic groups and tribes and practices different traditions. Thus, they show different forms of festivals that represent their unique culture and traditions. Traditional Festivals in Northeast India are not only associated with traditional dances and singing, but also have some great rock music concerts in these festivals as well. Don't be confused if you see a rock concert on the program list. Just have a locally made rice beer (every tribe has a different name for their local beer) and enjoy. There are more than 100 traditional festivals celebrated amongst the tribes of Northeast India, but these 17 traditional festivals of Northeast India are unique and certainly the most popular amongst locals and tourists. List of Famous Traditional Festivals in Northeast India B...