Notes Class 6 Chapter 3.2 Balbharati English Maharashtra Board

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Seven Sisters

Seven Sisters of India

The Seven Sisters are the seven states in Northeast India. They are known for their beautiful nature, forests, rivers, wildlife, colorful dresses, dances, and traditions.

These states are:

1. Arunachal Pradesh – Land of the Rising Sun

• Famous for Buddhist monasteries, forests, waterfalls, and wildlife.
• Popular dish: Momos (steamed buns with stuffing).
• Famous places: Tawang Monastery, Ziro Festival, Namdapha Tiger Reserve.

2. Assam – Gateway to the Seven Sisters

• Famous for tea gardens, silk, and rivers.
• Important places: Kaziranga National Park (home of one-horned rhinoceros), Manas National Park.
• Major festival: Bihu.

3. Meghalaya – Abode of Clouds

• Capital: Shillong (also called Scotland of the East).
• Famous for Cherrapunji and Mawsynram (wettest places on Earth).
• Important attractions: Waterfalls, caves, sacred forests.
• Farming: Jhum cultivation (shifting farming).

4. Manipur – The Jewelled Land

• Capital: Imphal.
• Known for polo, traditional Manipuri dance, and martial arts.
• Important places: Loktak Lake (floating islands), Keibul Lamjao National Park (home to the rare brow-antlered deer).

5. Mizoram – Land of Hill People

• Capital: Aizawl.
• Famous for bamboo forests, hills, and lakes.
• Main attractions: Palak Lake, Champhai vineyards.

6. Nagaland – Switzerland of the East

• Capital: Kohima.
• Known for tribal culture, festivals, and mountain trekking.
• Popular festival: Hornbill Festival.
• Famous for fashion, traditional jewelry, and folk music.

7. Tripura – Land of Three Cities

• Capital: Agartala.
• Known for wildlife, eco-tourism, and rock carvings.
• Important places: Neermahal (Water Palace), tea gardens.
• Major rivers: Gumti, Muhuri, Feni.

Key Points

• All states have their own unique culture, food, and traditions.
• These states are rich in wildlife, forests, rivers, and mountains.
• Festivals like Bihu, Wangala, and Hornbill Festival are very famous.
• People in these states wear beautiful handmade clothes and jewelry.