The big cities of India are victims of pollution and global warming. From the country's capital Delhi to the states and cities like Mumbai, Chennai and Kolkata, many times a thick sheet of pollution is spread and it becomes difficult for the common people to breathe.
But there is such a place in India, where there is only greenery everywhere, the people there are not even aware of such a thing as pollution. This place is so clean that it is famous as the 'First Green Village' of the whole of Asia.
In this article, we are going to tell you about the first Green Village of Asia present in India. If you are also planning to travel in the coming days, then you can go on a trip.
What is the name of Asia's first green village?
Asia's first green village name is 'Khonoma'. This village is so beautiful that even Kashmir and Switzerland seem pale in front of it. This beautiful village is at a distance of about 20 km from Kohima, the capital of Nagaland. This village surrounded by greenery all around adds to the beauty of the entire Northeast. It is said that the air of this village comes straight from heaven.
How old is this village
How old the first Green Village is also an interesting story. It is said about this wonderful village that its history is ancient for about 700 years. There are about 600 houses present in this beautiful village and more than 3 thousand people live here. For your information, let us tell you that a special kind of tribe also lives in this beautiful village.
Why is Khonoma village the first green village in Asia?
Khonoma village, Asia's first green village, did not become just like that. Here, not today but for years, cutting of trees and hunting is considered. The 'Angami tribes' present here do not cut trees and plants but protect them. From the 90s, the work of protecting the forests in the village started, till today the work of keeping the forests safe continues.
For your information, let us tell you that the Angami tribe present here is famous in the entire Northeast for its bravery and martial arts skills.
Places to visit in Khonoma Village
Just as Khonoma village is famous for its beauty, it is also famous for some of the best and most charming places. There are many other great places to explore in Khonoma village like Kohima Fort and Morang.
How to reach Khonoma Village?
It is very easy to reach Khonoma village. After reaching Kohima, the capital of Nagaland, one can reach Khonoma village by taking a local taxi or cab. The nearest railway station is Dimapur. One can reach this village by taking a bus or taxi from the railway station.
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