If you've ever wondered how people in this region live, you'll want to know more about Kohima. The capital city of Nagaland, Kohima was originally a village called Kewhira. Located in the northeast of the current Kohima Urban Area, the town was built by the British as a watch post and saw several battles during World War II. The town is home to the Commonwealth War Cemetery, which honors the 10,000 Allied soldiers who died during the conflict.