EXPLORE THE LANDSCAPE
From stone bridges and waterfalls to living legends, there is more than one way to discover Longkhum.
Plan a day trip or linger for a weekend. Walk the trails, hear the stories and take time to see the village through the eyes of the people who call it home.
Cherry blossoms arrive in September and early October. Pine groves, caves, heritage sites and striking viewpoints reward a visit throughout the year.
01This natural stone ridge winds through a rhododendron forest. A sacred place for ancient rituals, its stones are said to bear the marks of warriors’ spears. The imprints of Jena and Etiben, beloved figures in Ao folklore, add another layer to its story.
02Known as the “Living Mug,” this spring flows from the rocks of Longkhum. Local lore celebrates its restorative water, and visitors often stop to fill a bottle and enjoy the peaceful setting.
03A network of natural caves plunging to depths of 50 to 100 feet, inviting an adventurous journey into the landscape.
04The Eagle’s Cave is set within majestic cliffs. In Ao belief, souls are reborn as eagles; this place is held to be their resting place on the onward journey.
05Once the site of a hilltop fortress, Mata Kimong offers broad views over farmland, hills and mountain ranges. The AKM Student Jubilee Tower stands at the village’s highest point.
06On this scenic hillock rests Imkongmeren, a Naga freedom fighter and the first Vice President of the Naga National Council.
07A hillock and resting point with a place in the village’s social history. Wedding ceremonies and the giving of bride price once took place here.
08Carved from a single tree trunk, the log drum was played during celebrations and sounded as an alarm in times of danger.
09The remains of a village about five kilometres from Longkhum hold earthen pots, old stones and the story of Changmutsu Long, a “living stone” in local tradition.
10A dramatic waterfall a few kilometres from the village centre. A local guide is recommended for the journey there.
11The trees along the road to Longkhum bloom in September and early October, drawing photographers and visitors for their short-lived colour.
12Planted in 1945, the pines line both sides of a stairway and make a favourite place for a quiet walk and photographs.
PLAN YOUR ROUTE
Longkhum Village Council
Longkhum Tourism Committee
Late Dr. I Longrizung Trust
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