Incredible Tribes You Can Still Find Deep In The Forests Of India

India is a country of ancient mysteries, healing practices, vibrant culture, and scientific discoveries. Yet despite all the progress, it still has lots of hidden nooks where people have been living the same way for hundreds of years. Being the second most densely populated country in the world, India has numerous indigenous tribes, each with its own language, traditions, music, and weaving techniques. Here are the incredible tribes you can find deep in the forests of India.

Kurumba Tribe
Kurumba people from the Nilgiri Mountains are amazing artists, great musicians, and sorcerers. Yes, that’s right! They are believed to cast spells that cause illness and death, as well as heal all kinds of ailments and even turn themselves into animals! There are people who have a special role in the Kurumba society – the Sorcerer, the Therapist, the Exorcist, the Diviner, and the Wizard.

Hmar Tribe
Found in the regions of Tripura, Mizoram, and Meghalaya, the Hmars are unique as they don’t follow Hinduism, but chose to become Christians instead. Apart from Hmer language they can speak Hindi and English. Their community is more open and they are working to build a better future for their families.

Cholanaikkan Tribe
The Cholanaikkan tribe has enjoyed peace and solitude for hundreds of years until it was finally touched by civilization some 50 years ago. Hunters and gatherers, they’ve been leading a simple life, living off trees, fruits, and game. Cholanaikkan people worship ancestral spirits and animals.