Kohima
Capital of Nagaland — Where History Meets Highland Culture
Kohima
“Capital of Nagaland — Where History Meets Highland Culture”
Why Visit Kohima?
Kohima is the capital of Nagaland and one of the most historically significant cities in Northeast India. Known for the famous Battle of Kohima in World War II, it is also a vibrant center of Naga tribal culture, cuisine, and the legendary Hornbill Festival.
Travel Quick Facts
Best Time
October – March; December for Hornbill Festival
Est. Budget
₹2500 - 4500 / day
Location
Nagaland, North East India
How to Reach
Fly into Dimapur (74 km away) then drive. By road from Guwahati (~330 km).
Must-Visit Attractions
Curated list of the best places to explore in Kohima
Kohima War Cemetery
The Kohima War Cemetery is one of India's most moving World War II memorials — a beautifully maintained Commonwealth cemetery on the hilltop where some of the fiercest fighting of the entire Pacific campaign took place in 1944.
Kisama Heritage Village
Kisama Heritage Village is a permanent outdoor museum of Naga tribal culture — home to reconstructed traditional houses representing all Naga tribes, and the main venue of the legendary Hornbill Festival every December.
Japfu Peak
Japfu Peak is the second-highest mountain in Nagaland and one of the finest trekking destinations in the Northeast — offering dramatic Himalayan views, rhododendron forests, and a remote highland wilderness experience.
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