KohimaTravel Guide

A meticulously kept Commonwealth war cemetery commemorating the 1944 Battle of Kohima, a turning point of the Second World War in Asia, terraced into the hillside where the fighting took place.

A purpose-built village of traditional Naga tribal huts and morungs, the main venue for the annual Hornbill Festival showcasing all of Nagaland's tribes in one place.

Nagaland's flagship cultural festival, held every 1–10 December at Kisama, bringing together tribal dances, music, food, and crafts from across the state.

A pioneering "green village" of the Angami Naga tribe, known for terraced agriculture, community-led conservation, and stone-walled fortifications from its warrior past.

A museum in Kisama documenting the distinct customs, textiles, and material culture of Nagaland's many tribes.

A hilltop Catholic cathedral built partly in memory of Indian and Japanese soldiers who died in the Battle of Kohima, with sweeping views over the town.

The trailhead for one of Northeast India's most famous treks, a multi-day hike into a remote valley of rolling hills and seasonal wildflowers on the Nagaland-Manipur border.

A state-run museum with exhibits on Naga headhunting-era artefacts, traditional attire, and the region's tribal history.

Kohima's markets sell distinctive Naga produce, smoked meats, and handwoven shawls unique to each tribe.

A small museum near the war cemetery with artefacts, photographs, and personal accounts from the Battle of Kohima.