Lady of Lourdes — Christian Naga
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Quick Reference
- Location: Kohima Cathedral, Kohima, Nagaland (25.6751°N, 94.1086°E)
- Tradition: Christian / Catholic / Naga
- Founded: 1991 CE (Cathedral of Reconciliation)
- Key Feature: Built over WWII Kohima battleground; largest cathedral in Northeast India
- Patroness: Our Lady of Lourdes
Summary
Nagaland is ~88% Christian — one of the most heavily-Christian states in India. The Cathedral of Reconciliation at Kohima (built 1991) commemorates both Christian faith and the Naga experience of WWII. Tens of thousands attend Christmas Eve Mass.
Timeline Highlights
| Year | Event | |------|-------| | 1871-1874 CE | Welsh missionaries arrive | | c. 1890 CE | Mass conversion of Naga | | 1944 CE | WWII Battle of Kohima | | 1991 CE | Cathedral built |
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