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About Mizoram

Mizoram ("land of the Mizo people") is one of the Seven Sister States (of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura) in North Eastern India, sharing borders with the states of Tripura, Assam, Manipur and with the neighbouring countries of Bangladesh and Myanmar. Mizoram became the 23rd state of India on 20 February 1987. Its capital is Aizawl.

Aizawl, the scenic capital of Mizoram, is a religious and cultural center of the Mizos. The meaning of Aizawl is "the home of the highlanders". Aizawl is the largest city in the state of Mizoram. It is one of the remotest capitals, perches precariously on the steep slopes of a sharp ridge, straddling the watershed between the Tlawng and the the Tuirial river valleys. The city is located at an altitude of 3500 feet above sea level. It is a city of rich tribal cultural extravaganza. The town is blessed with exotic natural beauty and this place is famous for its handicrafts. The river Tlawng flows quietly on the east and on the north side is the hills of Durtlang. Not many people are aware that the Tropic of cancer passes through Aizawl.

How to Reach Mizoram

By Air
One can reach Aizawl by air from Kolkata (1hr 45 minutes), Guwahati (40 minutes) and Imphal (30 minutes).

By Road
NH 54 connects Aizawl with the rest of the country through Silchar. State run buses may take 6-8 hrs from Silchar to reach Aizwal.

By Rail
Silchar in Assam is the nearest railway station located about 184 km away from Aizwal.

Dampa Rengpui

Dampa is a tiger reserve located in West Phaileng district and 127 kms from Aizawl. It is better to book the Govt. lodge well in advance as there are only 2 rooms in this lodge. You need the permit from forest officer staying in West Phaileng to enter Dampa forest. This can be alternately done from Department of Forest in Aizawl.

Durtlang Hill

Durtlang Hill is perched on the northern side of Aizawl, capital of Mizoram. It is perfectly located as a hill resort and offers a glorious view of the picturesque scenery of the city.

Paikhai

Paikhai is a picturesque tourist spot situated around 16 km north of Aizawl. This cool breezy place is ideal for a day's recreational jaunt. Bung Picnic Spot is adjacent to this place. Local buses and taxis are available from Aizawl to Paikhai. Bairabi Railway Station is the nearest railhead, around 130 km from Aizawl.

Rungdil Lake

Located about 150 km from Aizawl, Rungdil is a manmade lake and sprawls over an area of about 3 hectares. Rungdil, meaning lake of partridge, is the habitat of a large number of partridges. It comprises two lakes, separated by a narrow stretch of land. Surrounded by tropical evergreen deciduous forests, the lake abounds in flora and fauna.

Tamdil Lake

This natural lake is reputed for its fish and prawns and is an 85 km drive from Aizawl. The drive gives you an excellent opportunity to see some of the prettiest areas of Mizoram. The resort village of Saituai is just 10 km away to stay at this place.

Mizoram State Museum

Mizoram State Museum is located in the center of the town of Aizawl. This small, but interesting museum gives a good insight into Mizo traditions, culture and history. The museum has a separate gallery displaying the tribal textiles of Mizoram. Exhibits include a variety of rare objects. A grand collection of weapons, musical instruments, woodcraft and utensils is also on display.

Mini Zoological Garden

Mini Zoological Garden is located at Aizawl, the capital city of Mizoram. This zoological garden is situated on a hill called Bethlehem Vengthlang. The Mini Zoological Garden is home to a number of rare animals found in Asia. The prime attraction is the endangered Sun Bear. This place also houses a collection of animals and birds, which are mostly found in the hilly regions of Mizoram.

Hmuifang

Located at a distance of 50 kms to the south of Aizawl, Hmuifang Mountain with an elevation of 1619 metres, is still covered with virgin forests reserved since the days of the Mizo chiefs. Hmuifang Tourist Resort, located at the scenic peak of the mountain, has been created and maintained by the Mizoram Government.

Reiek

Reiek is a mountain and tourist spot 29 km from Aizawl, Mizoram, India. It rests at an elevation of 1,465 metres overlooking Aizawl and offers a view of the surrounding valleys and hills. On a clear day, the plains of Bangladesh can be seen from the top of the hill.

Tawi Wildlife Sanctuary

Tawi Wildlife Sanctuary in Aizawl District of Manipur is one of the first sanctuaries in Mizoram. It is located in the central part of the state, about 115 km from the capital town of Aizawl. Notified in 1978, its vegetation includes tropical evergreen and semi evergreen forests, which are home to many rare and endangered species of flora and fauna. The most favorable time to visit is between October and March. The sanctuary can be accessed easily by road from Aizawl via Chhingchip. Accommodation facilities are available at the inspection hut in Hualt.