How to Reach Nagaland

» By Air : Dimapur Airport is located just 74 km from Kohima. Dimapur is connected to Kohima through state transport buses, a ride which takes around 4 hours. Private taxis can also be hired from Dimapur which take around 3 hours to reach Kohima.

» By Rail : Dimapur is also the nearest railhead to access Kohima. Dimapur is conveniently connected to Guwahati, through a number of trains, which is further connected to other major cities in India.

» By Road : The state is connected to other cities in the region through a network of well built roads. Kohima is connected to Dimapur and Guwahati through regular buses. Transport within the state is available in the form of mini coaches and un-metered taxis.

Key Attraction

Day One : Kohima
The capital of Nagaland, Kohima is the melting pot of the north-east. Home to the exotic Naga tribes of Nagaland, Kohima is an extremely beautiful place where mother nature has showered her immense bounties.

» Stop 1 : War Cemetery
The war memorial is dedicated to people who gave up their lives during the second world war. The beautiful structure houses the graves of numerous brave soldiers and officers.

» Stop 2 : The Catholic Cathedral
This is one of the biggest cathedrals in the entire north eastern region and provides the devotees with an atmosphere for offering prayers. Besides, the charming architecture also makes the place worth a visit.

» Stop 3 : Kohima Village
According to the local Naga people, this is the second largest village in Asia. The entrance of the village has a huge neatly carved wooden gate. Naga stones raised in front of houses are a reminder of the ancient customs practiced by the ancestors of the village people.

Day Two : Dimapur
The erstwhile capital of the Kachari rulers, Dimapur is a commercially important town around which all the economic activities of Nagaland revolve. The town also has the only airport in the region and therefore serves as the gateway to Nagaland.

» Stop 1 : Chumukedima
Situated close to national highway 39, Chumukedima is a popular tourist destination, situated just 14 km from Dimapur. A tourist village located on top of the hill provides a number of tourist facilities as also a magnificent view of the surrounding areas.

» Stop 2 : Ruzaphema
Ruzaphema, situated just 5 km from Dimapur is a shopper's paradise. The place with its colorful bazaars and beautiful handicrafts items is the place where most of the tourists head to on their visit to the region.

» Stop 3 : Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary
Nagaland with its exotic climatic conditions harbors some of the rarest species of flora and fauna. A most favored spot to catch a glimpse of these animals and birds is the Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary. Situated at a distance of 37 km from Dimapur, the sanctuary is presently under the supervision of the forest wildlife department.

Shopping in Nagaland

Naga people are skilled in making handicrafts items, especially those made of forested products such as wood, bamboo, cane etc. As you move across the bazaars, you will discover charming objects such as baskets, furniture and other objects d'art. Although the objects are generally the same throughout the state, however, there color and method of preparation differ amongst various tribes. The use of natural colors is also made extensively.