Chumukedima

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Climb a forested hill just beyond Dimapur's bustle and the whole valley opens beneath you — waterfalls threading the slopes, the plains of Assam shimmering on the horizon.

Perched on the foothills of the Naga Hills a short drive from the state's gateway city, Chumukedima Nagaland is where the plains give way to mountains — and where Nagaland's modern story began, as the first headquarters of Naga Hills under British rule. Today this tourist village near Dimapur rewards travellers with a sweeping panoramic view of Dimapur and, on clear days, Assam's Karbi Anglong hills. The real draw is water: the Chumukedima waterfalls tumble through dense forest, crowned by the three-tiered Triple Falls Nagaland loves for picnics and cool-off dips. Add stone and woodcarving traditions, warm Naga hospitality and easy access, and this Chumukedima village Dimapur makes a relaxed first or last stop on any Nagaland journey.

Best time to visit: October to March, when skies are clear, the falls run strong and the panoramic views are at their sharpest.

Traveller tip: Knowing how to reach Chumukedima from Dimapur is easy — it's about 14 km off NH-2, a 30-minute drive, so hire a cab for a half-day. Go mid-morning after the mist lifts for the clearest valley views, and carry a picnic; food options near the falls are limited.

Plan your visit via Nagaland Tourism.

This attraction can be easily covered in BreakBag Holidays' customised Nagaland tour packages, and makes a convenient gateway stop near Dimapur alongside Ntangki National Park.

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