| The scholars of the world have different opinions regarding the meaning of Nagaland. However, two general meanings of the word Nagaland have been accepted, accordingly, the word Nagaland is derived from the word ‘Nag’ which means “the god of snake”, other perception argued that the word is derived from the Sanskrit word “Nagna” which means “naked”.
 So, the land of Nagaland is predominantly inhabited by the group of tribes reflecting the aboriginal art and culture of India in the form of customs, traditions, languages, dress, folklore, music, dances etc. that eulogize ancestors, the brave deeds of warriors and traditional heroes. The state of Nagaland is one of the sister states of the North East regions surrounded by the Assam in the West, Myanmar in the East, Arunachal Pradesh in the North and Manipur in the South.
Tourist Attractions of Nagaland
Tour to Nagaland is distinguished by the salubrious climate, the colorful and intricately designed costumes, picturesque landscapes collectively referred to as the “Switzerland of the East” because of its unimaginable beauty, lush greenery, verdant flora and the forests. The major attractions of the Nagaland tourism are Imphal, Govindajee Temple, War Cemetery, Khonghampat Orchidarium, Zoological Gardens, Langthabal, Bishnupur, Dimapur famous in the history for the ruins of Medieval Kachari Kingdom and North East Zone Cultural Central Museum; Intangki Wildlife Sanctuary, Kohima, State Museum, Dzukou Valley, Japfu Peak, Khonoma, Kohima Village, Zoological Park, Dzulekie, Dimapur, Ruzaphema, Fakim Sanctuary and Pulie Bazde..
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