Land of the Nagas: The Womb of Nature

Nagaland

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NAGALAND

Welcome to the land of untouched beauty.Experience life in the wilds of this remote retreat. A land engulfed in mystery is home to vibrant people who zealously guard their culture – dancers, warriors, headhunters; mountains, valleys, forests- together painting the portrait of Nagaland. The Naga people, made up of 16 proud tribes, were once fearsome warriors and headhunters, who have retained much of their traditional and cultural heritage, visible in their elaborate costumes and ritual headdress which incorporate tiger tusks, bear skins and hornbill feathers.

Stepping into Nagaland is going into the womb of Nature and experiencing the unadulterated vista of nature’s panorama. Welcome to a land extraordinaire and a land which is yet to be explored to its full potential.

Kohima the capital of the state was originally an Angami Naga homeland and the centre of a victorious battle between the allied forces and the Japanese during the Second World War.

</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">Kohima War Cemetery is a reminder of the intense fighting against the Japanese during the 64-day battle of Kohima one of the bloodiest of all world war 2 battles. The immaculately maintained cemetery which houses the remains of 1400 British, Commonwealth and Indian soldiers who were killed in action during the world war 2 is a must visit.</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">On the road less travelled-Dzukou Valley is located between Manipur and Nagaland and inhabited by the Angamis. A secret haven strewn with flowers and carpeted with lush greenery washed with crystal clear streams. The picture perfect valley perched at an altitude of 2438 metres, is nestled between the Japhu hill ranges is ideal for trekking. The valley lies between two rivers Dzukou and Japhu strewn with seasonal blooms in summer and emerald greenery always. </span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">Known for its wide variety of birds like Tragofan Blythii and white- naped Yuhina, the sanctuary is spread across 9.23 sq. km. and encircled by verdant nature. Rich floral species, medicinal plants, bamboo varieties and orchids make this an appealing place for botanists and trekkers. The view of the Japfu range is perfect for people who want a short getaway from Kohima.</span></h3> <p>

Kohima War Cemetery

Dzukou Valley

Pulie Badze wildlife sanctuary

</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">Khonoma was earlier a vanguard post of the Angami Nagas, fierce warriors who took on the might against the British during the colonial days. Natures’ beauty takes beautiful shape here in the form of alder trees, terraces on hill slopes and the rare plants in Khonoma Nature Conservation Tragopan Sanctuary. The village is also a bird watchers paradise.</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">A well- endowed sanctuary, Intanki is a good place to spot rare and exotic wildlife species like the golden Langur, and Black stork among others</span></h3> <p>

Khonoma Green village

Intanki wildlife sanctuary

EXOTIC ESCAPES

</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">The cliff located North of Mimi can be climbed only with ladders and is highly treacherous even for animals. The ill -famed cliff has a legend surrounding it that tells the story of ill-fated lovers who jumped to their death from there.</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">This beautiful waterfall with a height of 200ft is between Mimi and Khonga villages and can also be viewed from Laluri in Phek district.</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">Legends and myths surround the relics of the place inhabited by the Changs.The tribe believe Changsangmonko is the place of origin of all organisms and Chilso is where the last head hunting took place in 1964</span></h3> <p>

Sukhayap

Wawade

Tuensang

OF COLORFUL FESTIVALS 

</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify"> The ten day annual jamboree held in the first week of December is a showcase of all things Nagamese in full splendor in the Kisama Village of Nagaland in Kohima district. The festival is held at the Kisama heritage village. Here a visitor gets the chance to have a ringside view of all the 16 tribes and their distinctiveness. The 16 cottages in the heritage village are representative of a different tribe.</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">Sekrenyi is the main festival of the Angami Tribe and celebrated in the month of February. A Purification fest it is accompanied by singing feasting and Thekra Hie sung by village youths</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">Celebrated by the Chakhesang in May and January respectively. The Tsukhenye festival marks the end of activities after harvest, the festival which lasts for four days is mainly dedicated to invoking the Almighty, and seeking his blessings. During Sukrenye boys and girls are consecrated through religious rituals and the festival lasts for eleven days.</span></h3> <p>

Hornbill Festival

Sekrenyi

Tsukhenye and Sukrunyi

REMOTE HAMLETS

</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">Home of the Ao Nagas who still maintain their age-old traditions and customs in spite of having converted to Christianity.</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">The village presents a stunning sight during the season of rhododendron which then cover the hillocks and precipices of Longkhum. The place is also known for beautiful weaves and handicrafts.</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify"> The second largest village in Nagaland and reputedly founded by the Ao tribe. The villagers zealously guard their Ao traditions.</span></h3> <p>

Mokokchung

Longkhum

Ungma

</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">Adventure motorists love the 34 km of rural road from Changtongya to Longleng. You can go back in time as you stroll through the open markets. Frozen in time, the barter system still runs here. Dominated by the Phom Nagas who preserve their culture through festivals. The tribe is known for their artefacts like the log drums.</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify">A climb up the Veda Peak presents a clear view of both Brahmaputra and Chindwin (Myanmar) rivers. Veda also has a waterfall to boot. Veda was incidentally the first place where opium was planted by the British in the colonial times.</span></h3> <p>
</p> <h3><<span style=" color: white; line-height: 150%; padding: 5px; text-align: justify"> Peren offers breathtaking views of rhododendrons and orchids, grazing mithuns and exotic birds and is the traditional home of Zeliangrong and Kuki Tribes. Mt Pauna Lies along the Benreu range which offers excellent trekking trails in November.Tourists here can explore the Morungs,enclosures for traditional bonding and also taste the local food and brew while witnessing the unique cultural nuances of the place.</span></h3> <p>

Longlang

Veda Peak

Peren

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