Zunheboto district is the home of the Sumi Nagas. Its headquarters at Zunheboto town, is situated at an altitude of 1874.22 meters above sea-level. Sumis are the most aggressive in nature among the Nagas.

Sumis are divided into two different clans namely Swu (Sumi) and Tuku (Tukumi). The celebratory rituals performed by both clans are different.
 

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- The Tuluni festival of the Sumi Nagas, is also called "Anni".

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A traditional war-dance of the Sumis. Don't be surprised if you end up doing a war dance!! Visitors are usually invited to join a traditional dance. There are different dances for different occasions.

Join one....shake a leg !! Have fun. The Nagas are fun-loving people.
Places of Interest in Zunheboto District

Ghosu Bird Sanctuary
Located about 8 kms. south-west of Zunheboto town, this bird sanctuary is maintained by the village community. It plays host to more than twenty species of endangered birds. Many migratory birds have been sighted in this sanctuary. Poaching of birds, is strictly prohibited; the order bound by customary laws of the the neighbouring village communities.
 
 

Sema girls in their traditional costume.

The most important festival of the Sumi Nagas is Tuluni. It is celebrated during the second week of July, a season of bounty in Nagaland. Drinking rice beer is an indispensible activity during this festival. Cups fashioned out of plantain leaves hold the beer. This serving is called "Tuluni" and hence, the name.

 

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