The States
Nagaland *
The State of Nagaland was formally inaugurated on December 1, 1963, as
the 16th State of the Indian Union. It is a land of fascinating
folklore, passed down the generations, through word of mouth. Here, music is an
integral part of life - be it folk-songs eulogising ancestors, the brave deeds
of warriors and traditional heroes, poetic poignant love songs, soul - stirring
gospel songs or pulsating modern ditties.
Each of the 16 odd tribes and sub-tribes, that dwell in this exotic hill
state, can be easily distinguished by the colourful and intricately designed
costumes, jewellery and beads, peculiar to each. The present generation of the
Nagas (the people of Nagaland) has also ventured into fashion designing in a
big way.
Nagaland is blessed with salubrious climate throughout the year. For the
adventurous and the intrepid, Nagaland is the place for trekking, rock
climbing, and jungle camping.
How To Get There/Entry Formalities/Tourist Offices
How To Get There
Air: Dimapur is the only airport in Nagaland, and is connected to New
Delhi and Calcutta.
Rail: Dimapur is also an important railhead, on the main line of the
North-eastern Frontier Railway.
Road: Buses of the Nagaland State Transport ply regularly from Dimapur
to Guwahati, and Shillong.
Entry Formalities
Domestic tourists visiting Nagaland require to obtain Inner Line
Permits, issued by the Deputy Resident Commissioner at Nagaland House, Delhi,
Calcutta; Assistant Resident Commissioner, Shillong; Additional Deputy
Commissioner, Dimapur; Deputy Commissioner, Kohima. Detailed information can be
had from the Directorate of Tourism, Nagaland, Kohima. Tel: (0370) 21607,
22214, 21945.
All foreign tourists require Restricted Area Permits from the Ministry of
Home Affairs, Government of India, South Block, New Delhi.
Tourist Offices
New Delhi
29, Aurangazeb Road,
New Delhi
Tel : 3010455
Kohima
Directorate of Tourism,
Kohima
Tel : ( 0370 ) 22214, 21607