Mary Help of Christians Cathedral, Kohima

The cathedral features a 16-foot-high wooden crucifix and incorporates architectural elements from traditional Naga houses in its exterior design.

The construction of the cathedral started in 1986 and reached completion in 1991, with Japanese donors contributing funds in memory of World War II soldiers.

The cathedral serves as a gathering place for interfaith meetings between Japanese and British veterans who fought during the Second World War.

The cathedral building accommodates 4,500 people and functions as the primary church of the Diocese of Kohima in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Imphal.

The entrance displays inscriptions that honor those who sacrificed their lives for Nagaland and includes commemorative messages for fallen soldiers.

Location: Kohima

Website: http://kohimadiocese.org/cathedral.html

GPS coordinates: 25.65250,94.10480

Latest update: March 5, 2025 02:25