Places to Visit in Nagaland
Nagaland picturesque and misty mountains and valleys, its unique culture different from the other states in the region, and folk dances, traditional songs, and rituals make this state the best place to visit in the north-eastern region.
- Kohima
- Dimapur
- Mokokchung
- Mon
- Wokha
- Khonoma Green Village
- Benreu
- Meluri
- Tuensang
- Longleng
- Kiphire
- Zunheboto
- Phek
- Dzukou Valley
- Touphema Village
- Naga Heritage Village
- Pfutsero
- Japfu Peak
- Kachari Ruins
- Chumukedima Village
- Kohima is not only the capital of Nagaland but also the home of the Angami tribe. Above 1500 meters, Kohima offers you the scenic beauty of breath-taking mountains and forests. The capital is also blessed with many tourist attractions like Kohima War Cemetery, Japfu Peak, Dzukou Valley, Kohima State Museum, and Naga Heritage Village.
- Dimapur is another location blessed with the scenic beauty of nature, mountains, and hills. This is one of the most crowded locations in Nagaland when the season comes. There are many important and attractive locations to visit: Kachari ruins, Diezephe Craft Village, Rangapahar Reserve Forest, and Kuki Dolong Village.
- Mokokching is the land of festivals and beautiful traditions. This place is the home of the Ao tribe. Besides mountains and streams, this place has many attractive places to visit: Longkhum, Mokokchung Village and Park, Changtongya, Chuchuyimlang, and Ungma village.
- Mon is another hot tourist location in Nagaland. This is the home of the Konyak Nagas and their rich heritage. There are many attractive places one can visit here- Veda Peak, Shangnyu Village, Longwa Village, and Chui Village.
- Wokah is the land of multi-colored flowers, juicy and fresh fruits, and free-flowing rivers. Wokah is the home of the Lotha tribe of tribes. The main attractions are- Mount Tiyi, Doyang River, Totsu Cliff, and Tehurang Valley.
- If you want to visit Nagaland, then Khomona green village is the place to visit. This is the home of the Angami tribe, and they live by earning from agriculture, handlooms, and weaving. The best locations to visit here are: G. H. Damant Tomb Monument, Naga Heritage Village, and Dovipie Inn.
- Benreu is the home of the Zeliang tribe and is another location in Nagaland you should visit. This place is serene and endowed with scenic beauty. Visit Peren, Mt. Pauna Tourist Village to enjoy the true beauty of a hilly, and misty mountain region.
- Meluri is the land of fascinating rock formations. The tribes living here are some of the best hunters in the country. The brine salt and cane furniture make this place memorable even after visiting here. The main attractions here are Dzudu Lake, Zanibu Peak, and Shilloi Lake.
- Tuensang in Nagaland is the richest place for handlooms and jewelry. Here you can find the most beautiful and artistically rich handlooms, handicrafts, artwork, and jewelry. The best place to visit is The Living Stone of Tuensang, and Tsadang.
- Long Leng is another attractive place to visit. This is the home of Phom Nagas, and their pottery, bamboo work, and spinning skills... Their artifacts and the Dhiku River are things you will never forget once you visit this place.
Art and culture in Nagaland:
- Traditional Naga huts, village gates
- Wicker drinking vessels, storage baskets, and containers
- carved out by the artisans by utilizing natural products such as barks, wood, and dyes.
- Weaving-Jackets, bags, and colorful shawls
- Clothes are embellished with cowrie shells, beads, and goat hair.
- Weave baskets
- mats and headgear-made of bamboo and reeds, canes
- Pottery
- Wood Carving
- Metalworks: brass, iron, and tin.
Art in Nagaland-Dances and Songs:
- Changsang
- Monyu Asho
- Kukuyipheto
- Melo phita
- Angushu kighilhe
- Rukhyo Sharu
- Langnyu- Khiamtsangshe
- Akok-khi
Songs in Nagaland:
- Heliamleu , Hereileu, Neuleu, and Hekialeu.
Music instruments:
- Bamboo flute
- Bamboo Mouth Organ
- The cup violin is
- Trumpet
How to travel in Nagaland?
- By Air
- By Train
- By Road