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Wokha is the cultural heartland of the Lotha Naga tribe.

* **Tokhu Emong**: The premier post-harvest festival of the Lotha Nagas, celebrated annually on November 7th. It involves traditional singing, dancing, feasting, and the wearing of colorful traditional attire. * **Handlooms**: The Lotha people have distinct shawl patterns (like the *Sütam*, *Ethasu*, and *Lungpensu*), with colors and stripes traditionally denoting the social standing or achievements of the wearer. * **Folk Music and Dance**: Indigenous folk songs often narrate historical migrations, bravery, and the romance of ancestors. Dance is typically performed in a synchronized group format during major festivals.

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