Kohima is a picturesque hill station and is also a refuge for the city dwellers as it offers unpolluted air and lush green, natural beauty. You may visit Kohima all throughout the year, but the best time to visit it is from November to March. It is situated at an altitude of 1500 metres above sea level.

The War Cemetery is a place in Kohima dedicated to the officers and men who sacrificed their life during World War II. A metal plate supports the graves and has a message on it. Bara Basti is a village in Kohima. It is the second largest and most populous village in Asia. It is reminiscent of the Angami tribes, who were the ancestors of the Naga people. At the entrance of the village, there is a traditional gate, with elaborate carvings of weapons and warriors. The Kohima Zoo is also a must visit, it hosts the rare Tragpon bird, the state bird of Nagaland and Mithun, the state animal of Nagaland. Apart from this, the Kohima Museum is worth exploring. It exhibits some rare Naga artefacts.