Nagaland is one of the smallest states of India, perched at a height of about 1500m in the far northeastern part of India. it borders the state of Assam to the west, Arunachal Pradesh to the north, Myanmar to the east and Manipur to the south. The state capital is Kohima and the largest city is Dimapur. A narrow strip of mountain territory, Nagaland is the home of many Tibeto-Burmese tribes liek the Aos, Angamis, Semas, Lothas and many others, collectively known as Nagas. The striking feature is, each tribe is different from one another –in customs, tradtions and even in language and each has its signature shawls. The prime attraction of Nagaland for tourists is their festivals. The biggest of all is the Hornbill Festival occurs in early December. Festivals are also the biggest and most valuable time for Nagas when Naga women wear a hand woven shawl that’s distinctive for each subtribe, while the men dust off their old warrior wear, loin cloth and all. Though the state is small but there are ample places to tour and know the amazing culture of Nagaland.

Nagaland Sightseeing

Kohima
Kohima is the state capital, was built by British. On the pages of history Kohima is written with golden letters as it is the place where British along with Indian troops halted the Japanese army in World War II. Thousands of officers and soldiers were died, of note in Kohima is the beautiful kept Second World War cemetery, where the men who fell here are buried. Another important site in Kohima is Barra Basti, the second largest village in Asia. The State Museum and Catholic Cathedral are some other attractions of Kohima.

Khonoma
A small Angami - Naga village becomes a sought after tourist spot for its natural beauty. the place houses a small but attractive wildlife sanctuary, home of many rare plant and also animals. The place is enshrouded with flowers and pomelo trees, squash gourd vines and megaliths and graves. There is the highest peak located at Khonoma, is about 3048m above sea level. The tallest rhododendron tree that featured in Guinness Book of Records is also good thing to see. The more adventurers opt for soft trek along its terrains from March to November. It is a five hours of steep climbing that bestow travelers with unforgetable natural beauty.

Mokokchung
One of the best places to observe the tribal life of Nagaland, the place is located 162km away from the Kohima. Mokokchung is the home of Aos tribe and the best place to watch their lifestyle. There are two festival of Aos tribe known as Moatsu and Tsungrem Mong, celebrated during the first week of May and August respectively.

Wokha
The land of oranges and pineapples, it is a picturesque town of Nagaland and a home of Lotha tribe. This town is situated on the hilltop amidst the scattered monoliths. In the month of November Lotha festival occurs when people celebrate it with thanksgiving, sharing and cordial relation in the form of colorful dances and folk songs.

Dzukou Valley
The valley is better to be called as valley of flowers as the place is adorned with exotic flowers. Apart from flowers, it is also home of many endangered wildlife species such as Indian elephant, leopard, Asiatic black bear and tragopan. The valley is bordered with low hills that transform into a colorful carpet during the month of June to September. The valley is also one of the best trekking spot in the northeastern region, located at a height 2,438m above sea level, it is blessed with best natural caves and pristine environment. The valley is still very much unexploited and away from the hands of civilization.

Tuophema
Tuophema is famous among tourist for its Tourist Village. While driving between Kohima and Mokokchung, a fascinating night stay at the village is must in every itinerary. Stay a night in a traditional styled Naga thatched bungalows set in a delightful flower garden with great sunset views.