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KOHIMA
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Kohima, capital of the state of
Nagaland, is so called because "Kew Hi" is the name of a plant
grown on the mountainside hence the name Kohima. The two-hour drive from
Dimapur to Kohima on NH 39 can be an amazing experience. Also pineapples
can be picked up for tasting by the road side on this road trip or a
hearty meal of local cuisine can be enjoyed from typical Naga wayside
amenities. Kohima is a picturesque town with Panoramic views.
Kohima, is situated at an altitude
of 4900 ft. Various exotic flowers along with a friendly weather make
Kohima ideal place for tourists. Kohima occuppies a prominent place in
the pages of history as important battles of world II were fought on
this side of India with British forces defeating the Japanese troops
here. Kohima is situated in the eastern parts of the Himalayas and have
a temperate climate all year round. The city splendor can be viewed from
as far as 16 kms from the city and provides some breathtaking view on
its way. Kohima exhibits a calm and quite pace of life with people
enjoying what they are doing and with a smooth and a calm environment to
keep up with. Kohima is home to people from various tribes of Nagaland
that have come and settled in these parts to earn their bread and
butter.
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Kohima Location: |
Kohima, is situated at the North-Eastern corner of India in Nagaland
boderin Mayanmar. |
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Rainfall in Kohima: |
250 cm (June to
September) |
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Climate of Kohima: |
Summer:
31 °C - 16 °C
Winter:
20 °C - 4 °C |
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Best Time to Visit: |
September to
April. |
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How To Reach Kohima: |
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By Air: |
Dimapur (74 km) is
nearest airport which is air linked with Calcutta. |
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By Rail: |
Dimapur also
serves as the nearest railhead, and is connected with some major cities
of India. |
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By Road: |
By road, Kohima is
accessed by National Highway 39. Kohima is well connected by this road
from Dimarpur. |
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Tourist Attractions: |
Polar cemetery,
Museum, Japfu peak, Dzukou valley, Zoological Park, Dzulakive, Kohima
Village, Khonoma and Pekan, War Cemetery, Government Sales Emporium,
Cathedral. |