Places / things to see in Kohima , Nagaland, India

World War II Cemetery This is the most renowned appeal of Kohima. It is a War Cemetery in remembrance of British Army who died in action for the period of 1941 to 1945. Preserved by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, it has well kept lawns. The roses bloom here during season. At the lowest and uppermost point of the cemetery, there are two high crosses.

State Museum One of the key attractions in Kohima it is positioned at Bayavu Hill. This museum displays the culture of Naga. There is a compilation of anthropological exhibit of all the 16 Naga tribes for instance necklaces, clan motifs, traditional attires, status pillars, a ceremonial drum, gateposts and jewellery. The underground room has animals and birds from the North Eastern hill states. Musical instruments made of bamboo and buffalo horns are as well on display in this museum. This museum too arranges Hornbill Festival together with State Tourism and Art and Culture Departments, which showcase cultural displays. Timings : Monday to Saturday from 10 AM to 3 PM. (Tuesday to Sunday)

Kohima and the Second World War Cemetery

Location / position / altitude / climate / significance / handicrafts / history / area / map / travel / tourism / photography tips / photo gallery of Kohima district, Nagaland , India

Temperature: Summer : Max : 30°C Min: 20°C Winter : Max : 21°C Min 11°C, when / best season / time to visit : Throughout the year

Kohima, the scenic town is the mountainous capital of Nagaland state. Located in south of Kohima District, it is furthermore one of the three Nagaland towns with Municipal council status together with Dimapur and Mokokchung. Kohima is the land of the bold and heroic Angami Naga tribe. Situated in the eastern frontiers of the Himalayan mountain array and panoramic sight of rocky Naga hills all around, Kohima is tranquil and peaceful hill station which can be visited all through the year. Floating at an elevation of 1500 meters above sea level, it is a distinctive Naga town which represents the mysterious tribal culture of the north east. The name, Kohima, was formally given by the British as they could not utter the Angami name Kewhima (Kew Hi Ma means the men of the land where the flower Kew Hi grows). Formally, Kohima was identified as Thigoma. Even though, the town was set up by the British however all the colonial structures were shattered at some stage in the Second World War.

How to reach Tezu , Lohit District, Arunachal Pradesh, India

For entry to Tezu, Indian tourists require an Innner Line Permit and Foreigners a Restricted Area Permit. For additional information call Tourism Directorate of Arunachal Pradesh at 0360-2214745/2214752 

by air : The neareby airport is Dibrugarh ( Mohanbari) (154 km) and Guwahati (Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport) Airport. helicopter service operates from Dibrugarh to Tezu on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. 

by train / rail : The nearest airport is Dibrugarh which is linked to Delhi and Kolkata. 

by road / local transport : Tezu is linked with the adjacent state Assam by road. Adjacent bus station is at Tinsukia located at Tinsukia Township. From this point Arunachal Pradesh state transport (APST) buses ply connecting Tinsukia and Tezu.

Things to do / see in Tezu , Arunachal Pradesh , India

The key attractions of Tezu are the Parashuram Kund, Buddha Vihar, Glow Lake and District Museum / Craft Centre. Parsuram Kund, the chief attraction is located on the bank of Lohit River, one of the major tributaries of Brahmaputra River. Situated within the Kamlang Reserve Forest region, every year numerous devotees visit in Makar Sankranti on January 14. Devotees take a holy bath in the lake to wash away the sins on this particular and auspicious occasion. The myth behind the belief are in record in the Kalika Purana, is that Parashuram the Hindu mythological personality washed away the sin of assassination of his mother in Lohit river at Bramhakund. A huge fair is held where untamed cows, exceptional fur rugs and other curios are brought by the mountain tribes. The move towards this place is rather challenging, involves a steep climb up and down.

Tezu and the famous lake Parashuram Kund

location / place / position / general information / significance / importance / altitude / height / climate / pilgrimage / history / map / area / photo gallery / photography / travel / tourism tips / guide of Tezu Lohit District, Arunachal Pradesh , India

Temperature: 3.0°C and 17°C , when / Best Season / time to visit: August to February 

Tezu is an secretarial headquarters of Lohit District in Arunachal Pradesh. Positioned nearly 25 kms away from the renowned Parasuram Kund Lake, it is an ideal hill station to chill out with family and friends. It is situated at a height of 185 metres (606 feet) above the sea level. Eminent for its picturesque gorgeousness, adventure enthusiasts can take pleasure in trekking, hiking and river rafting in Tezu too.

There are in addition services for trekking from Tezu to Glow lake which takes a day, hiking and river rafting and angling on the river Lohit. The hill station is home to native tribes like Mishmi, Khamti, Digaru and Miju. Among the famous is Mishmi Tribes, which have traditions and customs that date back to the Mahabharata times. In relation to Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna's first queen Rukmini was a Mishmi Damsel. Mishmi tribes still have a King and Queen who reside in Tezu.

How to reach Kollam Backwaters , Kerala , India

by air : Thiruvananthapuram airport at about 72 km from Kollam is the nearby airport and the Nedumbassery airport at Kochi is nearly 150 kms away. 

by train / rail : The Kollam railway station is well linked to all the major cities in Kerala It is a vital railhead of the southern railways and all the Trivandrum Ernakulam (via Kottayam and Alappuzha) go by Kollam railway station. Railway station is at a distance of 3 km from the KSRTC bus stand, at Chinnakkada. The tourist information counter offers service in the station. Contact No: 0474-2741590. 

by road / local transport : Kollam Bus Station is positioned in the heart of Kollam city, on the banks of the Ashtamudi Lake. An outstanding road network connects Kollam to all key towns and cities in Kerala. KSRTC operates Deluxe, Express and Fast Passenger buses linking main towns in the state.Contact No: 0474-2752008  

Water transportation is a strangeness of Kollam. There is a every day service to Alappuzha all the way through the backwaters. The ferry station is adjoining the central bus station. Ferry services are operated from Kerala State Water Transport Corporation boat jetty near KSRTC Central Bus Station, Kollam to different islands in the Astamudi backwaters. Tourist boat services are as well operated amid Kollam and Alappuzha throughout the season.

Ashramam picnic village - Kollam backwater cruise , Kerala

The Ashramam picnic village is situated in the 48 acre Guest House complex, having the backwater frontage. One of the key centre of recreational performance in Kollam, it's main attraction is a 200 year old Government Guest House distinguished for its style and exquisiteness of architecture . Beside the guest house, the huge tourist complex quarters an adventure park, tourist boat club, children traffic park and Yatri nivas the budget hotel run by Kerala Tourism Development Corporation. The Children’s traffic park which is believed to be the biggest traffic park in Kerala and the adventure park on the shoreline of Ashtamudi backwaters presents a stimulating experience. Both the parks are designed by NATPAC. Many types of boats, which include luxury cruise boats, power and motor boats are obtainable on hire from the jetty close to the adventure Park. The District Tourism Promotion Council conducts regular backwater cruises in motor boats and house boats from the boat club. 

Contact Address : Tourist Office, Guest House Complex, Asramam, Phone: 91-474-2750170District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Near KSRTC Bus Stand Kollam - 1 Phone: 0474-2745625, 2750170, 2750322 Fax: 0474-2750170 E-mail : Contact I , Contact II

Things to do / see in Kollam backwaters , Kerala , India

Mata Amritanandamayi Ashram is 10 km North of Kollam on the backwaters. The Ashram is a spiritual trust in India that conducts several charitable, medical and educational programs, that includes an orphanage, free home for widows, hostel for tribal children, hospital for cancer treatment, Ayurvedic clinic, Computer technology institute, technical school and many more. Headquarter at Vallikkavu, the ashram is almost a village having fruit stalls, shops and lodges.

Thevalli Palace on the banks of Ashtamudi Lake is an additional appeal and has attractive architecture.  

Karumadikuttan Statue : lots of interesting legends are associated with this 11th century black granite sculpture of Lord Buddha. Some people suppose that it is the statue of Jain. 

Boat cruises of the Kollam DTPC departs at 10.30 am and arrives at 06-30 pm. Normally there are only two stopovers on the way. The first for Lunch break at 1- 00 PM at Aalumkadavu and the second stop for a Tea break at 4 - 00 PM. If someone wishes to go to the Vallikavu Ashram, they can stop there and can carry on the rest of the journey with the same ticket.

Kollam - The longest backwater cruise in Kerala, India

location / place / position / general information / significance / importance / altitude / height / temperature / climate / pilgrimage / history / map / area / photo gallery / photography / travel / tourism tips / guide of Kollam

when Best time / Season to visit :November to March

Kollam occupies a thin bit of land flanked by the Arabian Sea and Ashtamudi Lake, the southern point of Kerala's inland lagoon and the starting of the backwaters. The longest backwater cruise in Kerala, the bewitch backwaters of Kollam are extremely attractive. 

Thirty percent of Kollam is covered by the Ashtamudi lake. Meaning of Ashtamudi is eight-armed. The scenic exquisiteness of the waterways and crystal lucid water makes the backwaters of Kollam one of the most thrilling experience. 

An eight hour boat trip linking Kollam and Aleppey one can take pleasure in through the traditional Kerala houseboats known as Kettuvalloms which provide amenities like kitchen, toilet, bathrooms etc. Tourists can have a close vision of the mesmerizing countryside, water plants like Lilies and Lotus, Coconut trees line the water, birds like Cuckoos, Egrets, Ducks etc. There are small restaurants on the shores where one can stop and have an experience of traditional Kerala Cuisine like Fish Molly, Appam and Stew, Steamed rice, Crab etc. The Cheenavala or Chinese fishing nets and boats that carry the local coir, copra and cashew are as well be observed in the lake. On the way the towering statue of the Goddess of Light (Vilakamma) at a family house on the lake, Kollam will be visible.