Nagaland, with its rich cultural heritage and scintillating landscapes, is any traveller’s delight. Old Naga traditional homes have this legacy of storytelling where many of our folktales, folksongs, and stories of our rich culture and tradition have been passed on, from generation to generation.

Best time to visit Nagaland is Winter and onset of Summer, October to May. The weather is pleasant through this season. Nagaland gets torrential rain between June and September when communications can be severely disrupted.

The List of famous food of Nagaland included Axone, Samathu, Zutho,Galho etc. Nagaland’s dishes are mostly oil-free and less spicy. Dishes are boiled or steamed cooked. The traditional food of Nagaland includes rice, pork, dog meat, fermented soybeans, and bamboo shoots. This mountainous state has a special love for rice. Rice and Pork are staple food for Naga people.

Out of all the north eastern states the best craftsmanship and fashion statements probably comes from this single state of Nagaland. The state does know a few things about traditional décor and trends. Apart from a huge array of traditionally made products from the state, Nagaland is famous for its Naga shawls, cane carpets, Naga silk Mekhela and bamboo mugs and other such items. These are just a few really popular items that make great souvenirs of the state.

English is the official language of the state and it is quite popular among the educated mass of Nagaland. Nagamese and Hindi are other important language of the state and maximum of state resident know little or more Nagamese dialect.

1. KOHIMA

Cloaked in sheer beauty, Kohima is the capital town of Nagaland. Nature has blessed this town with lush green surroundings which is a treat to eyes and soul. It is located at an altitude of 1444.12 meters above sea level. Offering great views of the wonderful Naga Hills, Kohima provides shelter to several tribes of Nagaland such as Angami tribe, Rengma tribe, Kuki tribe and Zeliang tribe. This hill station holds sheer historic importance as it is the place where the World War II was fought in April 1944. One of the most popular sits here includes the Commonwealth War Cemetery which homes thousands of soldiers of the World War II. Other than that, the city has a lot more to offer to its visitors – a museum, zoo, sanctuary, valleys, self governing villages and much more.

Places to visit in Kohima: Dzukou Valley and Japfu Peak, Kohima Museum, Touphema Village, Kohima Zoo, Shilloi Lake, Kohima War Cemetery, Kohima Cathedral, Kisama Heritage Village

2. KHONOMA VILLAGE

A town belonging to the ‘Angami Naga’ ethnic group of Nagaland, Khonoma Village is a one-of-its-kind project in the country. Located about 20 km from the state capital of Kohima, Khonoma village is a Green Village, where all forms of hunting have been abolished for a more sustainable ecosystem. It is testament to the will power of the tribal groups of Nagaland to protect and conserve their natural habitat.

3. MOKOKCHUNG

The most significant urban centre in all of Nagaland after Dimapur and Kohima and the home of Ao Naga.

The popular tourist spots in the area include the District Museum, the Town main park, (located just above the Town Center), Unman village (which is regarded as the oldest and largest) and the Ao village. In addition, visitors might also be interested in exploring places like Longkhum, Langpangkong, Mopungchukit and Chuchuyimlang located within the district. Since agriculture constitutes the main occupation in the area, festivals during the sowing and harvesting months are sure to enhance the tourist’s experience.

Places to visit in Mokokchung: Longkhum, Ungma Village, Langpangkong Caves, Molung Village, Chuchuyinlang Village

4. DIMAPUR

Occupying an important place on the map of Nagaland, Dimapur is the main commercial centre and one of the three municipalities in the state. Dimapur derives its name from the Kachari dialect. “Di” means “river”, “ma” means “big” and “pur” means “city”, thus the word Dimapur means “the city near the great river”. Once the capital of the Kachari dynasty of the 13th century, Dimapur is presently one of the towns of North East India which is growing at a fast pace. It is the gateway to Nagaland and is famous for its handicrafts. Some of the few attractions here are: Triple Falls, Kachari Ruins, the Nagaland science center and the zoological park.

Places to visit in Dimapur: Kachari Ruins, The triple falls, Zoological Park, Chumukedima, Nagaland science center

5. TUENSANG

Tuensang is a beautiful town and the district headquarters of Tuensang District which is the largest district of Nagaland. It shares its border with Myanmar in its eastern side. It touches Mon district in its north, Zunheboto and Mokokchung in the west, Assam in the north and Phek in the south. This district is mainly inhabited by the five Naga tribes namely Chang, Sangtam, Khiamniungan, Yimchunger, Phom and a part of Sumi.

Tuesang is enveloped with sheer natural beauty. The views of its hills, ridges, gorges and valleys fill the heart of onlookers with joy.

Places to visit in Tuensang: Noklak Village, Longtrok Village, Changsangmongko, Tsadang

6. DZUKOU VALLEY

Beautiful flowers seem to be the trademark of the heavenly Dzukou Valley. It is located at an altitude of 2438 metres above sea level in the north eastern state of Nagaland. The hills surrounding the valley are covered with rhododendrons of different colours. During spring the entire valley is dotted with colourful flowers which attract a lot of tourists from far and wide to spend some time in the picturesque and healthy environment. It offers tranquillity in plenty. It is often called the ‘valley of celestial charm’. The valley is equally rich in fauna. It shelters endangered species of Indian Elephant, Leopard, Asiatic Black Bear and Tragopan. Dzukou Valley is located at a distance of only 30 km from Kohima, the capital city of Nagaland. The nearest airport and railway station is at Dimapur.

For people inclined towards trekking, Dzukou Valley is one of the best bets in North East India. The valley boasts of beautiful hills, streams, natural caves and rocks which make it an ideal place for camping. It offers some rest houses for tourists. So accommodation is not a problem in Dzukou Valley.

7. MON

Home of the Konyaks nagas, Mon provides tourists with a unique and quite mesmerizing view of tattooed faces wearing feathery loincloths. The District, with the exception of the foothills, has a difficult terrain with steep slopes. Even though Mon doesn’t have a lot of sightseeing points, but it still attracts a lot of people from all around the world. The people, their culture, their dressing is very colourful and different and it is probably the most interesting aspect of this town. There are numerous villages nearby which are very pretty and might offer you a closer picture of the life of the Nagas.

Places to visit in Mon: Veda Peak, Shangnyu Village, Chenloisho Village, Longwa Village

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