Dimapur

State : Nagaland in India.
Best Time to Travel : Through out the year.
Weather Conditions : Dimapur Climate is hot and humid in the plains during summer ( reaching a maximum of 36ºC , with humidity upto 93% ) while the winter months are cool and pleasant.The average annual rainfall is 1504.7 mm
Location : Dimapur in Nagaland is bounded by Kohima district on the south and east, Karbi Anglong district of Assam on the West, the Karbi Anglong and stretch of Golaghat District of Assam, in the west and the north

Dimapur, from a Kachari word 'Dimasa' after the river which flows through it, is the gateway to Nagaland and its only railhead. The only airport of the state is also here and Indian Airlines operates a daily Fokker Friendship service from Calcutta to

Dimapur via Guwahati and back. It is an important trade and commercial Centre on National Highway No. 39, and wears a rather cosmopolitan look. In the medieval ages, it was the capital of the Kachari rulers. In the heart of the town there is an old relic of the Kachari Kingdom which speaks about the once prosperous era.

The relics, being preserved by the archaelogical ation.Among other placedepartment, are only 1 km from the NST bus station and railway sts of interest for the tourist are Ruth's and Haralu emporia where one can see women weaving exquisite

Naga shawls on traditional looms, and also make purchases of traditional handicrafts. An excursion can be made to Intanki wildlife sanctuary, 37 km from here.

The Ruins of Medieval Kachari Kingdom
The ancient Kachari capital Dimapur is one of the important sites of megalithic culture.Most of the ruins appear to be contemporaries with the Kachari civilisation,established before the "Ahom" invasion in the 13th Century A.D.There is evidence of a touch of Hindu influence on most of them, though these are predominantly non-Aryan, with elaborate rituals and the cult of fertility.

Besides the Monolith, the ancient Kachari capital Dimapur contains other ruins of temples, embankments and tanks. The entrance gateway has been beautifully executed and has been preserved well till today. There are still scattered blocks of stone and brick pieces with various designs.

North East Zone Cultural Centre
The N.E.Z.C.C. Head Office established few years ago is about 3 kms from the Railway Station and 1/2 km from the Airport. Here you can find various items of cultural heritage of the North east preserved in a small well maintained Museum. Cultural Festivals are also organized by this centre in many parts of the region.

Chumukedima
It is situated just about 14 kms from Dimapur on National Highway 39. This place served as the first headquarters of the then Naga Hills District of Assam during the time of British rule in early 19th century. The Department of Tourism is constructing a Tourist Village on the top of a hill. From this spot one can view the whole of Dimapur and other parts of Karbi-Anglong of Assam. The Tourist Village is at a distance of 8 kms from the National Highway. Few waterfalls are also located in this area which are under exploration and assessment for easy approach.

Nagaland Handloom and Handicrafts
While in Nagaland, one should not forget to pay a visit to this centre where you can purchase beautiful hand woven Naga Shawls and handicrafts.

Journey to Dimapur

Air : Dimapur owns an airport, which is the only airport of the state. From here you can go the place of your interest.

Rail : Dimapur also own a rail station, connecting it to the rest of India.

Road : Dimapur roads connect Dimapur to other major cities of the north east India.

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