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Hornbill Festival

Kohima, Nagaland 1438m
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About Hornbill Festival

The Hornbill Festival is an annual celebration of Naga culture held in Kohima, Nagaland, showcasing the region's diverse tribal traditions, music, dance, and crafts. Named after the state bird, this week-long festival brings together all 16 Naga tribes in a vibrant display of indigenous heritage. It is one of India's most authentic cultural festivals, attracting visitors from across the globe to experience authentic tribal life and traditions.

💡Why Visit?

This is one of India's most authentic and energetic tribal festivals where you can witness the genuine culture, traditional attire, and tribal performances of Naga communities. The festival offers an unfiltered glimpse into Naga traditions that have been preserved for centuries.

Languages
Naga languagesEnglishHindi
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3 Days

Quick Facts

RegionNagaland
CountryIndia
Altitude1438m
Budget Stay₹1,500/night
Budget Food₹250/day

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Best months: Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec

Jul · Rain

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 13°C to 22°C annually. Best visited during Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec. Avoid travel in May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct due to heavy rainfall.

Temperature range (°C)
Jul
🌧️Rain
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Temperature19° – 25°C
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Rainfall872mm
⚠️Avoid
⚠️Avoid — heavy monsoon rains
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

⚠️ Avoid travelling in May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct due to extreme conditions.

Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

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Where to Stay

🎒 Deluxe
₹1,500/night
  • Homestay in Kohima
  • Budget guesthouse
  • Tribal homestay
🏨 Premium
₹3,000/night
  • Mid-range hotel
  • Comfort resort
  • Tourist lodge
✨ Luxury
₹8,000/night
  • Luxury hotel
  • Premium resort with tribal decor
⛺ Camping available · ₹800/night

Local Cuisine

⭐ Smoked pork with bamboo shootslocal
⭐ Naga chili disheslocal
⭐ Bamboo chickenlocal
Rice with traditional currieslocal
Fish with herbs and spiceslocal