Kohima Attractions

 
Kohima is the hilly capital of Nagaland, it is located at the foot of the mountain. The population of Kohima consists of all of the 16 tribes of Nagaland. The main indigenous inhabitants are the Angamis and Aos.

The central market in Kohima is a colorful place where tribal people sell delicacies such as insect grub and curried dog meat.

The climate in Kohima is moderate with pleasant weather year-round. The higher altitudes experience snowfall occasionally and the rainfall during summer can be heavy.

The Battle of Kohima occurred in 1944 when the Japanese lost to the Allies. Kohima has a large cemetery, which lies on the slopes of Garrison Hill and was the scene of intense fighting. The cemetery was built for the allied war dead and is maintained by the Commonwealth Graves Commission.

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