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Kohima’s Historic Stone – Footprints of PowerIn the early 1800s, Raja Ghumbeer Singh of Manipur marked a powerful chapte...
29/06/2025

Kohima’s Historic Stone – Footprints of Power

In the early 1800s, Raja Ghumbeer Singh of Manipur marked a powerful chapter in Naga history. After conquering Kohima, he **had his footprints carved into stone—a bold symbol of dominance.

What’s remarkable?
The Nagas, deeply moved by this legacy, maintained and kept the stone clean for generations—a rare show of respect for a conqueror, symbolizing complex ties of honor, power, and cultural memory.

A legacy etched in stone—still standing tall in the heart of the Naga Hills.

As recorded by Major-General Sir James Johnstone

Illustrated London, Sampson Low, Marston & Co., 1896

🗿 Ancient Ink from the Altay Mountains 🏔️This preserved piece of tattooed skin belonged to a Pazyryk chief, dating back ...
27/06/2025

🗿 Ancient Ink from the Altay Mountains 🏔️

This preserved piece of tattooed skin belonged to a Pazyryk chief, dating back to the 3rd–4th century BC. Found in the permafrost of Siberia’s Altay Mountains, the mummy features intricate "animal-style" tattoos — inked with soot and full of symbolism.

These highly stylised designs reflect the artistry and beliefs of the Pazyryk culture, one of the earliest known to practice body art with such complexity. The chief’s shoulder skin — along with his head — is now on display, offering a rare glimpse into ancient tattoo traditions.

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