Nagaland man's grave garden becomes local landmark a decade after wife's death
Mosenyii Yakhro, 90, has spent ten years cultivating the memorial plot for his late wife in Kigwema, a site now frequented by tourists and village children.
By Kendra Wilson ·
A decade after the death of his wife, Mosenyii Yakhro continues to tend the garden surrounding her grave in Kigwema village, Nagaland. The site, named Mosen Viewpoint, has evolved from a private memorial into a public space visited by local children and tourists.
Yakhro, now 90, states that he finds joy in the visitors' enjoyment of the grounds. He describes his late wife Vivolheri, who was 80 at her death, as a good woman and good wife whom their grandchildren adored. Before her passing, Vivolheri selected the specific location for her burial.
The garden is situated below the highway, offering a view over freshly harvested terrace rice fields. Yakhro, a retired government peon, built the garden using knowledge gained from decades of reading in a public library. He attended school only through the sixth grade but maintained a habit of self-education during his time as an office assistant.
The man notes that the cosmos flowers have grown too tall, obscuring other plants in the garden. He also recalls specific historical events, such as the arrival of Japanese soldiers during World War II, with precise dates.
Family members gather in the garden every year on January 15 to celebrate Yakhro's birthday. He has indicated that he intends to be buried in the same location as his wife.
Source: Greenwich Time
