Nagaland Travel Guide
One of the smallest states of the Indian Union, Nagaland is almost unexplored, as far as tourist destinations are concerned. A starkly remote terrain and scenery makes Nagaland, a place worth a visit for those adventurous in spirit. The Nagas, inhabitants of Nagaland, are said to belong to the indo-mongoloid stock, a race whose presence was first noted ten centuries before Christ, at the time of the compilation of the Vedas. Inagurated on December 1, 1963 as the 16th state of the Bharat Union, Nagaland is bounded by Assam in the west, Burma on the East, Arunachal Pradesh & Assam on the North and Manipur in the South. This is a hill station waiting to be discovered. True, the creature comforts of a five star culture may not be much in evidence. This however, need not be a cause for any concern. The basic hygienic amenities of comfort are available. Besides, the five star courtesy and hospitality of Nagas more than makes up for what may seem to be lacking. Apart from the rich.
Incomparable traditional and cultural heritage that is exclusive, it will be a rejuvenating bonus of the cool refreshing mountain air, and the dreamless sleep amidst the roaring sound of silence: an experience you will long remember. There are 16 tribes, each having its own dialect, customs and traditional costumes. Hand woven Naga shawls symbolizes a specific tribe and the wearer’s status in the society. Tribal dances and war dances give an insight into the the rich cultural heritage of Nagas Nature could not have been kinder to Nagaland. Sometimes referred to as the 'Switzerland of the East' it has exquisite picturesque landscapes, vibrant colourful sunrise and sunset, lush and verdant flora. This is a land that represents unimaginable beauty, moulded perfectly for a breath taking experience. Nagaland is an ideal place for trekking, rock climbing, jungle camping and offers limitless exploration possibilities in its lush and verdant sub-tropical rain forests which are also a treasure trove of a plethora of medicinal plants. The major tourist attractions in Nagaland include the Second World War cemetery, State Museum and Zoo that are located in the capital city of Kohima. The climate of Nagaland is comfortable all through the year. The temperature of the state ranges from 16°C to 31°C in summer (May to July) and 4°C to 24°C during winter season.
The monsoon that spreads from the month of June to early September is marked by heavy rains Nagaland is also the home of some of the most colorful festivals. Singing, dancing and drinking of locally prepared rice beer mark the Naga festivals. Sekrenyi is a festival that belongs to the Angami tribe. This festival signifies the end of the agricultural cycle and lasts for 10 days. Konyak Aoling is another festival that denotes the coming of the New Year. This festival is celebrated in the month of April. Moreover, there are the festivals like Ao Moatsu and the non-traditional tourism festival of May and October that draw good crowds Resplendent in their beautiful clothes and fascinating ornaments, with faces colourfully painted, the Nagas display an unbeatable enthusiasm while performing their famous war dance. Their vitality and their liveliness also find expression in their handicrafts.
The Nagas are famous for wood and bamboo creations like pipes, bowls, baskets and mats. Nagaland is a picturesque land, criss crossed with swift-flowing rivulets and rivers, surrounded by blue hills with lush greenery and exquisite flora and fauna. Nagaland is a land of festivals. Most of these festivals are connected to springs, sowing seeds, first crops, harvest, end of the year and Christians festivals. The Naga people follow the lunar calendar for the celebration of their festivals. These festivals are usually celebrated with great fervor and gaiety with traditional dances and music.
Attractions: The Ruins of Medieval Kachari Kingdom, Ruzaphema- 5 kms, Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary- 37 kms, Sales Emporium. The Second World War Cemetery in Kohima, the State Museum and the Zoo are the principal places of interest here. Excursions from Kohima lead to Khonoma village, Japfu peak, Dzakou Valley and Mokokchung.
Access: Nearest airport Dimapur- 74 kms.Dimapur- 74 kms, the nearest railhead, is directly connected to Guwahati which in turn is directly connected to all the major places. Guwahati - Dimapur.Dimapur- 74 kms, Imphal- 145 kms, Guwahati- 390 kms, Shillong- 490 kms, Calcutta- 1,516 kms.
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