Kohima

Kohima is Nagaland's hill capital, known for the Second World War cemetery, the Hornbill Festival circuit and access to villages and trekking landscapes outside the city.

What to see

• Kohima War Cemetery — a carefully maintained memorial to the 1944 Battle of Kohima.
• Nagaland State Museum — an introduction to the state's communities and material culture.
• Kisama Heritage Village — the Hornbill Festival venue south of the city; outside festival dates, access and activity differ.
• Cathedral and city viewpoints — useful for understanding the steep ridge geography.
• Khonoma or Dzukou Valley routes — separate excursions requiring planning, guides or permits according to route.