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Kohima is the cosmopolitan headquarters of 15 major tribes. The distinctive character and identity ofeach tribe in terms of tradition, custom, language and dress is clearly discernible to a visitor. Many are visibly amazed by this contrast. The respective tribal festivals are celebrated at regular intervals at Kohima.



It is during such a time that one gets to see a glimpse of the past animistic traditions ofeach tribe, being enacted in their robust best. Shouldyour visit coincide with one suchfestival, you will be welcomed like a family to share our past, for a fleeting moment in time. You need no invitation to join the fun. Remember that the Nagas have an Imown reputation for a warm hearted hospitality. No city can offer you this camaraderie, even at a price.

Kohima enjoys a temperate climate throughout the year. The two hour drive from Dimapur to Kohima on NH 39, can be an enjoyable experience. You could sample the juicy, mouth watering pineapples or treat yourself to a hot hearty meal of local cuisine from one of the typical Naga wayside amenities that line the road at regular intervals.

The panoramic view of Kohima unfolds 16 kms from your destination, nestled among the pristine hills. The lyrics of a local song says "there is no place in the world half as fair as Kohima. A small exaggeration perhaps, but Kohima does have its own incomparable charms that other hill stations do not offer.

Places of Interest in Kohima: The Kohima War cemetery: It offers a space for a quiet moment of a contemplative stroll with friends or family. This is a symbolic memorial raised as a citation/or the supreme human sacrifices made by the officers and men of the allied forces, to halt the tide of the Japanese onslaught during the Second World War. This was their last post. More