A view of Kohima from the World War II cemetery.
Places of Interest in Kohima District

Khonoma Village
Khonoma is an important village of the Angamis. Located west of Kohima, historical records show that Khonoma played the role of a protector to many small surrounding villages. Marauders were beaten back by its courageous warriors. The Khonoma Gate mentions about the arrival of the British to the Naga Hills.

Japfü Peak
About 15 kms. south of Kohima towers Mount Japfü. It is the second highest peak in Nagaland standing at 3048 meters above sea-level. It is ideally suited for trekking from November to March. From the top, one can have a panaromic view of all the surrounding hills. Pick out a knowledgeable guide - the biggest rhododendrons in the world are found here.

Dzüküo Valley
Some may regard this surreal valley as the pride of Nagaland - I certainly do. The entire valley looks straight out of a picture postcard. Lillies, rhododendrons and dozens of other species of flowers adorn this picturesque valley surrounded by soft, rolling hills. An icy stream snakes its way through the valley. Small caves in the surrounding hills provide shelter for campers. Dzüküo Valley is one of the best trekking spots in the entire North-east. A base camp for trekkers is set up at Jakhama village.
An advice for trekkers ?? - You haven't trekked in Nagaland, if you haven't trekked to Dzüküo.
 

The Catholic Cathedral at Aradura Hill in Kohima, is one of the biggest cathedrals in North-east India. Its splendid architecture makes it one of the important landmarks of Kohima. The unique design created by blending the traditional with the orthodox developed into an architectural marvel. A must-visit place in Kohima.

The Nagaland State Museum holds special interest for people who want to know more about the Nagas. Historical artifacts speak about the cultural heritage of the different Naga tribes. Factual and mythical tales lie behind every artifact.

Blythe's Tragopan - a rare species of pheasant found in Nagaland.
 

 

 

 

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Kohima is the capital of Nagaland. Located at an elevation of 1444.12 meters above sea-level, this beautiful hill-station is home to the Angami, Rengma, Kuki and Zeliang Naga tribes.
Kohima town holds a sentimental value for Indians, the British and the Japanese. It was right here in April, 1944, that a decisive battle of World War II was fought fiercely. The advancing Japanese army was forced to retreat from this point. A bloody battle took place right at the tennis court of the then Deputy Commissioner, that took the lives of dozens of young soldiers from both the Allied Forces and the Japanese Imperial Army. A World War II Memorial has been erected on this site. Veterans and relatives of these brave soldiers visit regularly, to pay homage at the graves of their fallen comrades and loved ones.

The tennis court of the then Deputy Commissioner. Once, a place of fierce battle - now, a Memorial for the fallen.