Kohima War Cemetery
Kohima War Cemetery
Kohima War Cemetery
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KOHIMA WAR CEMETERY lies on the battle ground of Garrison Hill. No trace remains of the bungalow, which was destroyed in the fighting, but white concrete lines mark and preserve permanently the historic tennis court. The cemetery now contains 1,420 Commonwealth burials of the Second World War. At the highest point in the cemetery stands the KOHIMA CREMATION MEMORIAL commemorating 917 Hindu and Sikh soldiers whose remains were cremated in accordance with their faith.
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sayon s
Kolkata (Calcutta), India79 contributions
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Really nicely preserved war memorial. You can read the soldier names and realize war is never glorious. It’s loss of so many young men. Nice and lace to spend half an hour. It would be good if some guides are there for history buffs.
Written 19 January 2022
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Natarajan S
Chennai District, India224 contributions
VEry well made and well-maintained place--appropirate for a sentimental memorial. Located on topp of a hill--the place offers great views of the city., However, almost the entire cemetry is for non-Indians only--with a few exceptions only!
Written 21 December 2021
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Chandan N
Guwahati, India29 contributions
It was a great pleasure for me to be a part of the Group of Tour operators visiting Nagaland during Feb 2020. Visited the War cemetery and paid tribute to those brave soldiers who died during second world war.
Written 17 March 2020
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Jajabor
Guwahati, India1,473 contributions
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This is the largest war cemetery in North East India. Very well managed and it says the great line " when you go home, tell them if us that we gave our today for your tomorrow ".
Written 29 February 2020
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anshul a
Dharamsala, India354 contributions
It is a must visit for history lovers. It is one of the biggest war cemeteries I have been to. It is close to city centre and you can easily walk from bus stand.
Written 31 January 2020
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RAJENDRA884 PRASAD
Faridabad, India3,246 contributions
Couples
We stayed close to this lovely place and started our day from here.
The place showcases the struggle of the British to keep India safe from attack of Japanese. Soldiers from various religions are buried here. A large stone plaque had the names of various regiments and officers, who took part in battle of those times and laid their lives.
The place showcases the struggle of the British to keep India safe from attack of Japanese. Soldiers from various religions are buried here. A large stone plaque had the names of various regiments and officers, who took part in battle of those times and laid their lives.
Written 31 January 2020
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Simon C
London, UK71 contributions
The Cemetery is well cared for and serves as a reminder of the vicious battle that happended here in the Second World War. The infamous Tennis Court is marked out a the top of the hill to mark where the worst of the fughting ocured, with the British/Allied forces on one side of the court and Japanes on the other. The range of nationalities and religions of the fallen is a reminder of the international nature of the army that fought this most terrible and lesser known of battles in the Second Workd War. A must visit.
Written 18 January 2020
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kevin
4 contributions
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A must go to place if you're planning on visiting Kohima. It's very well maintained and was a humbling experience while getting to know behind the history of the place.
Written 17 January 2020
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Renith
Bengaluru, India60 contributions
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They say it is one of the 7 wonders in India! The Kohima war cemetery is one of the well maintained and manicured gardens. It is not the gloomy kind of place one would expect but has your hair standing when you see the line up of the tombs and inscriptions on each of the memorials.
Written 16 January 2020
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Prady
Bengaluru, India35 contributions
The place is well maintained and the grave stones are clearly demarcated. Probably there could be a washroom to help visitors.
Written 5 January 2020
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unais pk
33 contributions
Hai
I am planning a trip to Nagaland next week can anyone help me with must see attractions and hopefully best destinations around Kohima..
Sudhir B
Mohali, India113 contributions
Preferably stay in a Guest House if you want to discuss local issues. Enjoy their in-house Library before you venture out.
Local English is better than South India. Must Read Newspapers here.
Kohima Sanctuary has "Graves which talk aloud if only you have time & passion to listen.Maintenance here shall surprise you. Must seek the reasons.
A popular village on the outskirts offers good peeping into the local livings...but must carry your local guide.....people here are very possessive if you are seen crossing the limits....otherwise they are very very disciplined & helpful.
A Cultural Premises developed here as an Annual Mela is unique even though it may be 100% deserted during non-mela days.
A Christian Temple at the other end of Kohima has been well built & exceptionally maintained.
Local food can be spicy beyond your imagination. Declare your preference in time.
At City Centre, enjoy the population on the road.....just be patient & passionate to observe locals going on with their daily routine.
Naga women are extremely confident & graceful. If you are well mannered & well intentioned, enjoy open heart smiles & talks.
Thanks for visiting Natal and....yes, even though I am a Punjabi.
Janbo52
5 contributions
Hi. We have planned a visit to my grandfather's grave in January 2018. Is there a plan of the Graves at the cemetery so we can locate where his resting place is?
Thank you
Janet
soyuzkc
Silchar, India72 contributions
Hi Janet,
Yes, it is very easy to locate the grave of your grandfather as it is well planned and organised. As soon you reach there you can take help of the care taker or maintenance staff. Otherwise, you can look for enclosures which are categories like Indian soldier or English soldier, his regiment, etc. For your information, top level of war cemetery consist of ashes of Hindu soldiers and their names are inscribed on stone, second level have names of Muslim soldiers and followed by English soldiers . If you are visiting Kohima in wintertime please carry good set of warm clothes it’s pretty cold out there. Wish you happy traveling and stay at Kohima.
Janbo52
5 contributions
Hi - I want to visit my grandfathers grave. What's the best way to get to Kohima from Dimpaur, and hwats the aversage cost?
Lexvold123
Toronto, Canada97 contributions
By car is only way. We had car for a week as part of package so not sure. If you wish contact George and he can give u more details.
Campsite Yedikha is where u can google or Facebook George and he can pick u up at airport.
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- (0.47 km) Mhachaki
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- (2.19 km) Amaris
- (1.81 km) Yaotsu's Pure-Veg restaurant