Basar Tourism, Arunachal Pradesh India

A rendezvous with Basar, the Galo land, reveals that the people here wear the Beke which is tied around the chest. The gale is tied below. They tie it below the navel such that it really looks lovely. The men wear a sleeveless shirt. This is called the Galuk. Then they wrap a Zera over the shoulder. This is made of raw silk cloth. Haabe is a loin cloth worn by the men. And it hangs on a belt that is made of deer skin. This belt is decorated with corals and precious stones. Bolup is a cap that they wear on the head. It is crafted with cane. That was used as a helmet in the days of war. Galos believe in Mithun which means possessing an animal which called the hobe.

With a picturesque background and an ancient history, Basar would offer the best scenic surroundings as the travel kitty. Besides, the very fact that the dress style here is typical gives the tourist another kind of travel kitty. He would want to buy a similar dress and take it back home. Again the cultural festivals here also are a perfect travel kitty. The articles made of bamboo and cane are found here notwithstanding the shawls and jackets having bamboo art.

If one is in Arunachal Pradesh, then one would certainly come to Basar to see the Galo tribes. The place provides a perfect blend of scenic beauty and natural traditions. Festivals are very much a part of the state of Arunachal Pradesh. In fact, it is believed that the festivals here are mostly held to protect themselves from calamities, disasters and any kind of evil spirits. Thus the décor and the colorful ambience is a means to ward away any kind of trouble,. The whole place looks festive during such festivals and it is certainly a treat for the eyes.

The festival of Mopin is particularly popular here. The Popir dance associated with this festival is danced by the locals. Aimed at driving away evil spirits this festival is celebrated in the month of April. The welfare and wisdom deity is worshipped and the festival lasts for five days. The final touch is the Popir which is a very elegant dance. It is generally a festival for agriculture that is held before sowing the seeds.

With its simplistic surroundings and rich ambience and an equally cultured background, Basar, the tribal beauty comes across as a city which has the perfect mix of culture, tradition and surroundings.

As a person leaves this place he thinks “ Basar is certainly a step to heaven.”