State Museum

Nagaland


This well-presented government museum, 2km north of Kohima’s centre, has galleries on two floors featuring tribal costumes, weapons, musical instruments, sports and jewellery. It's a good place to acquaint yourself with the diverse customs, cultures and crafts of the different Naga tribes – but a map of who's where would be helpful.


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