Zunheboto – Wander Nagaland

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Zunheboto

Zunheboto

Zunheboto is the land of the Sumi Nagas, who are known for their colourful war dance and folk songs. A very hardy and strong race, the Sumis can also be dubbed as the pioneers of the Naga martial arts.

Highlights

Sumi Baptist Church Zunheboto

Standing tall and Majestic at 1864.9m above the sea level on the hilltop over Zunheboto Standing tall , the Sumi Baptist Church has created history by becoming one of the largest church in Nagaland. The egg shaped church has a sitting capacity of 8500 people with 27 rooms. The blue dome and white turrets of the Sumi Baptist Church can be seen by around 20 villages in Zunheboto district alone.

Keltomi Village

Keltomi Village in Zunheboto district is an idyllic hamlet along the newly paved Longsa-Aghunato road for travelers and tourists alike. The village was declared a Model Village in the year 1988 for its cleanliness and organic produce of vegetables and fruits such as plum, kiwi, cardamom and honey-bee farming.

Ghosu Bird Sanctuary

Located 8 km away from the Zunheboto district headquarters; this bird sanctuary is maintained by the village community. Providing habitat to more than twenty species of endangered avifauna, migratory birds can also be sighted here between the months of June and September. In order to make up for uncontrolled hunting in the past, the surrounding village communities of this sanctuary have now strictly prohibited hunting and poaching in the area.

Satoi Range

A habitat of the Blyth’s Tragopan, Satoi Range is a pristine natural heritage of the district. Rhododendrons embellish the place during April and May and trekking is quite popular here.

Tours & Experiences in Zunheboto

The 12 districts of Nagaland

Dimapur

Dimapur is the commercial capital of Nagaland, sharing its borders with Assam. Dimapur takes pride in its historical monuments that are now in a state of ruin, but having immense archaeological value.

Kiphire

Kiphire is home to the Yimchungrü, Sangtam and Sumi Naga tribes. It has a strong historical significance because of the stories about the movements of these tribes from and within this district, when they were settling in Nagaland hundreds of years back.

Kohima

Although originally an Angami Naga homeland, Kohima is now home for all the Nagas because of its administrative status. Kohima city has also gone through dark days during the Second World War when the allied forces fought a very bloody but victorious battle against the Japanese.

Longleng

The 34 km stretch that leads to Longleng from Changtongya is a perfect rural road for adventurous motorists. Using an SUV or a two wheel cruiser, the driver can experience a rural dirt track, while driving through villages and interacting with the villagers.

Mokokchung

Mokokchung is the land of the Ao Nagas. Although almost all Aos have converted to Christianity, they still maintain their old customs and traditions and their hospitality can be seen during Christmas. This is the time when everyone, irrespective of their financial or social status, welcomes each other warmly in their homes.

Mon

Mon is the land of the captivating Konyak Naga. Konyaks are known for their tattooed faces, blackened teeth and head hunting prowess, the last thankfully being in the past. When they appear in the markets to sell their agricultural produce, the Konyaks cut an impressive figure among the uninitiated.

Noklak

The headquarters of the Pochury tribe lies halfway to Mt. Saramati. Being on the way to the Indo-Myanmar Trade Centre at Avankhung, one can see many Myanmarese Nagas shopping in this township for their basic necessities.

Peren

Peren is the traditional home of the Zeliangrong and Kuki tribes. Mt.Pauna, the third highest peak in Nagaland stands majestically along the Benreu range. It offers breathtaking views (of rhododendrons, orchids, mithuns, birds etc) and treks along three escalating ranges leading to the peak.

Phek

Phek is the home district of the Chakhesang and the Pochuries. The Chakhesang consists of three sub-tribes, the Chakhru, the Kheza and the Sangtam. The people here are known for their wrestling prowess and robust health.

Tuensang

Chang Nagas are the major residents of Tuensang and the relics of the district are steeped in legends and myths; for example Changsangmonko is regarded by legend as the place where all living organisms first appeared on earth and Chilso is recorded as the place where the last headhunting took place in March 1964.

Wokha

This district of the Lotha Nagas is a land of beautiful mountain ranges and rivers. Wokha town, the headquarters of the district, is itself located at the Wokha Mountain. Some other noteworthy hills here are Mount Tiyi and Totsu Cliff. No matter which hill you are on or which valley you are trekking, you are sure to experience the vibrant landscapes carpeted with colourful flowers and orchards.

Zunheboto

Zunheboto is the land of the Sumi Nagas, who are known for their colourful war dance and folk songs. A very hardy and strong race, the Sumis can also be dubbed as the pioneers of the Naga martial arts.

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