The traditional ceremonial attire of each tribe is in itself, an awe inspiring sight to behold; the multi coloured spears and 'daos' decorated with dyed goat hair, the headgear made of finely woven bamboo interlaced with orchid stems, adorned with boar's teeth and hornbill's feathers, elephant tusk armlets. The traditions of 16 distinct tribes adorn the beautifully hand woven Mekhela sarongs, tribal shawls, their jewellery and beadwork. The present generation has ventured into fashion designing in a big way; reproducing fabrics that represent the ancestral motifs blended with modern appeal. A Naga Fashion Show leaves you spellbound by the wealth of talent in the North East. Handicraft and Handloom Emporium Opposite the taxi stand, they stock fantastic take-homes. It is the one place everyone must visit. Shawls, jackets, skirts, hats, spears, short dao swords and fantastic bold jewellery with copper heads to dangle on your chest. Wooden bowls, belts, and stark graphic figurines one could kill for. This is the other handicraft place, especially good for home furnishings, traditional garments, shawls and beadwork. Ser's Bazaar? A stone's throw below the Cemetery, this lovely little shopping arcade sells everything from Thai shirts via Nepal to Japanese rice cookers and Chinese Ginseng Root products. Makes you strong. You know asks the man at the counter, waving a pint of tan liquor and veiled innuendo into a thin man's face. The tourist gingerly turns the bottle and reads the label. Hmmmm enlightened, he smiles. A leer and money passes between them as it is hastily wrapped up. You can tell the men from the boys simply by the fact that men seem to linger near the jackets and trekking shoes while the boys gravitate towards the death metal CDs. Ah, there again. Among all the lotions and potions to glad any woman's heart, is Ginseng Pearl Cream, with how to instructions in small type.