This Indian village is where names are sung, not spoken

Kongthong village in Meghalaya, known as 'The Whistling Village,' has a unique tradition where individuals are identified by distinct melodies created by their mothers. This practice, called Jingrwai Lawbei, serves both cultural and practical purposes, facilitating communication in the rugged terrain.

This Indian village is where names are sung, not spoken
Kongthong village in Meghalaya, known as 'The Whistling Village,' has a unique tradition where individuals are identified by distinct melodies created by their mothers. This practice, called Jingrwai Lawbei, serves both cultural and practical purposes, facilitating communication in the rugged terrain.