7 Best Places To Visit In Nagaland

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Kohima

This is the capital of the state, and was a key witness to World War II. Visit the Kohima War Cemetery, the Nagaland State Museum, and the Cathedral of Kohima.

The Kohima War Cemetery Unsplash

Khonoma Village

Renowned as Asia’s first green village, Khonoma is home to the Angami Naga tribe. The village is renowned for its traditional Alder-based agroforestry and is a masterclass in sustainability.

Sunset from the Khonoma Village Unsplash

Dzukou Valley

This is a valley which lies behind Mount Japfu and is known for its rolling meadows, seasonal wildflowers, and rich biodiversity. It is also a popular trekking destination in the Northeast.

The rolling hills around Dzukou Unsplash

Mon

Mon is renowned for its history of its traditional headhunters and the unique Longwa village, where the international border between India and Myanmar splits the village chief’s house.

Longwa village in Mon Shutterstock

Wokha

This is a major habitat of the migratory Amur falcons and has extensive farms of oranges and passion fruit. Mount Tiyi offers incredible views of the valley.

The Town of Wokha Shutterstock

Mokokchung

The Ungma village serves as a major attraction in this town, which is considered the birthplace of Christianity in the state. It also hosts the traditional Ao festival of Moatsu. 

The traditional huts of the Ao tribe at Mokokchung Unsplash

Intanki Wildlife Sanctuary

Located in the Peren District of Nagaland, Intanki is home to the hornbill, the hoolock gibbon, the golden langur, the Asian palm civet, and the sloth bear, among other animals.

The Great Indian Hornbill, among other birds, can be seen in the Intanki Wildlife Sanctuary Unsplash

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