Nagaland Tourism
Location: Approximately lies between 25°6' and 27°4'
latitude, North of Equator and between the longitudinal lines 93°20'E
and 95°15'E.
Area : 16.527 Sq.Km.
Population : 12,09,546 (According to 1991 census).
Capital : Kohima, (1,444.12 metres above sea-level).
Climate : Summer (June - Sept.) Mean Max : 31°C Mean
Min : 16°C Winter (Oct-Feb) Mean Max : 24°C
Mean Min :
4°C
Best Time To Visit : October to May
Nagaland is a vibrant hill state, located in the extreme
North-Eastern end of India, bounded by Myanmar in the east; Assam in the
west; Arunachal Pradesh and a part of Assam in the north with Manipur
in the south. It offers rich incomparable traditional and cultural heritage.
The distinctive character and identity of each tribe in terms of tradition,
custom, language and dresses is clearly discernible to a visitor. The
respective tribal festivals are celebrated at regular interval all over
the state.
Tourist Attraction of Nagaland
DIMAPUR
Dimapur is situated at an altitude of 195 metres above sea level. It is
the Gateway of Nagaland. This fast developing town is also the commercial
centre of the state which is connected with the main broad gauge railhead.
Dimapur is the only Airport in Nagaland. Indian Airlines,
NEPC Airlines, Boeing, Vayudoot Services are operating everyday both from
Delhi and Calcutta.
Chumukedima
It is situated just about 14 Km fro Dimapur on National Highway 39. This
place served as the first headquarters of the then Naga Hills District
of Assam State during the time of British Rule in early 19th century.
The Department of Tourism is constructing a Tourist Village on top of
a hill.
Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary
The Sanctuary lies at a distance of 37 Km from Dimapur. The Sanctuary
is under the preservation of the Forest Wildlife Department. Habitat of
various animals including some rare species of birds.
KOHIMA
State Capital and hill station is situated at an altitude of 1,444.12
metres above sea level. It is a beautiful town presenting wide panoramic
views.
Kohima Village (Bara Basti)
It is one of the biggest and most populous villages in Asia. As you enter
the village, a large traditional wooden gate with the scimitar of horns
of buffalo head pointing towards the bravery
and valour of the Angamis,
greets you. Naga stones erected here and there in front of the houses
are memorial symbols of the grand feasts arranged by their great ancestors.
Khonoma
20 Km towards the west of Kohima, the village has its own traditions of
valour and courage. History reveals that Khonoma provided protection to
several villages in the good old days. The terraced fields which produce
20 types of paddy at different elevations presents a beautiful view. The
Khonoma gate tells the story of the British infiltration into Naga Hills.
Dzukou Valley
Situated at an altitude of 2438.4 metres above sea-level, behind the Japfu
Peak, it is 30 Km to the south of Kohima. The entire valley is overshadowed
with a type of tough bamboo brush to make the place appear like a mown
lawn.
Japfu Peak
Situated at an altitude of 3048 metres above sea-level, 15 Km south of
Kohima, it is the second highest peak in Nagaland. It is ideally suited
for trekking and scaling from November to March. From the peak, one can
have a panoramic view of the hills below.
Tseminyu
Home of the Rengmas, Tseminyu is situated at an altitude of 1,421.95 metres
above sea-level at a distance of 55 Km from Kohima. It is known for Ngada
the popular festival which is celebrated in November, every year.
Peren
It is situated at an altitude of 1,445.36 metres above sea-level 84 Km
from Dimapur. It is the hmeland of the Zeliang and Kuki tribes. The place
is famous for Zeliang dance in pairs.
