Nagaland might not be the first place one thinks of when one hears “world records” but here are five Guinness World Records from the state.
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DIMAPUR — Nagaland -- that misty, green slice of northeast India-- might not be the first place one thinks of when one hears “world records.” But it should be. Because while some places are breaking records for tallest buildings or fastest cars, Nagaland is out here growing freakishly tall herbs, kicking the air in defiance of gravity, and uniting thousands in perfect harmony — literally.
Here are five wonderful and wildly impressive Guinness World Records (unbroken as on May 19, 2025) that came straight out of Nagaland.
Seyieneinuo with the record-breaking coriander plant in her kitchen garden in Wokha village.
Faith in Action team after setting a world record.
Nagaland Rocks a Massive Guitar Jam
If you’ve ever played air guitar and thought you were cool, imagine 368 people actually playing real guitars together — in sync, in tune, and in public.
That’s what happened in Dimapur on January 12, 2013, when musicians
aged 11 to 70 picked up their electric guitars and belted out “Knocking on
Heaven’s Door” by Guns N' Roses. It wasn’t just loud — it was legendary. The
event was about peace and unity but maybe also about shredding strings in true
rock fashion.
A Rhododendron Tree That’s Basically a Floral Skyscraper
Nagaland isn’t just breaking records with action and sound — it’s got some quiet giants too. Like the scarlet rhododendron tree standing on Mount Japfü. This botanical behemoth is 109 feet tall and holds the title of the tallest rhododendron tree in the world.
Discovered in 1993, this isn't your average garden shrub. It’s basically a floral skyscraper set in the forest — blooming proof that Nagaland’s natural side is just as record-worthy.
[Related story: Of a fire on Mount Japfü]
A section of the Konyak women dancers during their Guinness World Record attempt.