It
is situated at a distance of 145 kms from Kohima. Here, some of
the most colourful species of orchids are found. This area is
the habitat of the world famous Blyth's Tragopan, a pheasant of
Nagaland.
Chakhesang culture and customs are quite different from the other
Naga tribes. The stones and pillars near Chesezumi village on
the Chazouba road bear testimony to the existence of head-hunting
among the villagers in the ancient days.
Pfutsero
It is situated at an altitude of 2,133.60 metres above sea-level.
This beautiful township is the coldest town in Nagaland.
Apples
are grown here. It is connected with Kohima by a 70 km border
road.
Nagaland
State Transport buses ply on this road regularly. Wayside amenities
at available at Chazouba.
Khezakenoma
Village
This village is believed to be the originating place of many
of the southern Naga tribes from where further migrations into
the wild had begun.
Legends of old, speaks of a slab of stone in this village which
was supposed to multiply paddy when spread over it for drying.
This stone is still preserved, though the old magic no longer
prevails. One can reach this village from Tabubi in Manipur or
Pfutsero in Phek district.
Shilloi
Lake
Also known as the Lachem Lake lies on the lower slopes of the
hill ranges running along the Myanmar (Burma) border in Phek district
of Nagaland.The Shilloi is about 300 Kms from Kohima and can be
accessed by jeep, truck, bus etc. via Meluri.
Spread over 0.25 to 0.30 sq km, the lake has the shape of a footprint.
The average depth of the lake is supposed to be 4 metres.The lake
is believed to be abode of spirits by the local people and they
have woven many eerie tales around it. Therefore, they do not
use the water for drinking or irrigation. Nor do they fish in
it.
