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Langpangkong

In Langpangkong range, inside the valleys of Dikhu and Tzula Rivers, a series of caves create attractions for explorer or anthropologists alike, believed as a shelter taken by an Ahom King. Langpangkong is one of the well visited and a famous attraction of Nagaland. Within Tuli and Changtongya of Mokokchung of Nagaland, Langpangkong offers a great escape.

Attraction

At Mokokchung District, Langpangkong is one of the exited spot visited frequently by explorers. Tourist guide can specify important points for the caves. You can wander around where the king took shelter while exploring these caves.

History

  • Due to its history, Langpangkong is legendary.  After a regal brawl, the Ahom King left his capital at Sivasagar. He took shelter at one of the caves in Langpangkong which are still intact and is on display for explorers.

Inside & Outside Views

Langpangkong is between the valleys of Dikhu and Tzula River. Both exterior and interior of Langpangkong caves attracts many visitors every year.

Connectivity

By Air

At Assam, Jorhat connects many major airports of India, from where you can reach at Mokokchung. From Assam, it is around at 112 km. Daily or scheduled flights to Dimapur airport in Nagaland are among some of the options. More than 217 km away from Mokokchung. Choose a flight for Jorhat, vehicles for Mokokchung like Buses are present in these area. Airport is totally connected with all the major cities within and outside India, like Chandigarh, Delhi, Bangalore or Chennai.

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