Zunheboto derived its name from two sets of words "Zunhebo" and "To" in Sumi dialect. Zunhebo is the name of a flowering shurb with white leaves which bear sponge like ears containing sweet juice and "To" means the top of a hill. It is situated in the heart of Nagaland and is bounded by Mokokchung district in the East and Wokha district in the West. Zunheboto is the home of the Sumis. Sumis are considered to be the Martial tribe among the Nagas. They have their colourful dance and songs. Their ceremonial war dresses are worth seeing. Tuluni is one of the most important festivals. It is observed in the second week of July every year. The inhabitants of every Semas are living together in harmony without any discrimination or distinction, speaking the one language ie. Sema. The people are hard workers, the main stay of people's livelihood is shifting cultivation except the people living on the bank of Tizu river, where 70% practice terrace cultivation. Satoi and Asuto area are considered as less developed area of the district. The villageslike Hokiye,Ikiye, Itovi,and Shishimi are not yet connected even by jeepable road. Under Asuto area, there are still some villages like Yeshito, Yevishe, Kathara, Akhakhu,

Places of Interest

Satoi range

The virgin forest with pristine beauty, is the natural habitat of rare birds. Rare rhododendrons also adorn the hills. It is an ideal place for camping and trekking.

Ghosu Bird Sanctuary

It is solely maintained by the village community. More than twenty species of endangered birds are found here. Tourist can have a wonderful view of various migratory birds.