About Dimapur
The name 'Dimapur' comes from the Kachari dialect. Etymologically 'di' stands for river, 'ma' stands for big and 'pur' stands for city. Thus, 'Dimapur' means the city which is near the great river. In December 1997, the district of Dimapur was upgraded from Sub-division to full fledged District. Dimapur has extended its boundaries and has touched the foothills of Chumukedima. There is much more to know about Dimapur. The following piece of writing deals in the same.
Location of Dimapur :
District of Dimapur is located in the state of Nagaland. Nagaland is the north-eastern state in India.
Best time to Visit Dimapur :
Dimapur can be conveniently visited throughout the year.
Life in Dimapur :
Dimapur has witnessed coming up of numerous markets and shopping centres. People here have elegant and stylish choice. Thus, you will see fashionable people everywhere in Nagaland. Main commercial areas in the city of Dimapur are Hong Kong Market, Circular and NL roads and the New Market. Several restaurants and eating joints serve Chinese, Naga and Indian cuisine.
Entry Formalities in Dimapur :
The only place in Nagaland is Dimapur which does not ask for an ILP (Inner Line Permit) but In order to go beyond the city, you have to obtain the Restricted Area Permit. In the office of the Deputy Commissioner, the formalities can be completed. Dimapur acts as the gateway to the states of Manipur and Nagaland.
Land Purchasing and Ownership in Dimapur :
Dimapur has witnessed the relaxation on restriction on ownership of land in Dimapur. The Government of Nagaland has now allowed non-Nagas also to buy land. Before this change, possession and purchase of land was limited only to the local Naga tribes.
Hang-outs for Tourists :
A happening hang-out for tourists and the native people of Dimapur is the Government of Nagaland's horticulture farm which is suitably called the Green Park. At a distance of about a kilometer from the Airport, there is the North East Zonal Cultural Center which is the nucleus for all cultural activities. The suburb of Chumukedima is on the outskirts of the city. From Chumukedima, trek lovers can take a short trek up the hills to the Naga tourist village and the Seithikima falls.
Historical Importance of Dimapur :
One of the important sites of megalithic culture is the ancient Kachari capital Dimapur. A majority of the remains seem to be the contemporaries of the Kachari civilization. The Kachari civilization came into being before the Abom invasion that took place in the 13th century A.D. A tinge of impact of Hinduism can be clearly seen on a majority of them. These people were mainly non-Aryan, who have intricate rituals and the religious group of fertility. The ancient Kachari capital Dimapur consists of remnants of other temples, tanks and mound. Till date, the beautifully built entrance gateway is in good preserved condition. Scattered blocks of stone and brick pieces with various designs can still be seen.
Dimapur district consists of Dimapur and Niuland sub-divisions which are bifurcated from Kohima. The district has its significance and is day by day gaining more. Being in the lap of the great Himalayas, it enjoys the commendable beauty granted to it by nature with open hands. The above account must have aroused your curiosity about Dimapur, so quickly make plans to visit it in person.