Mizoram
Amazing Place with the most concentration of Ethnic Tribal People
It is one of the smallest states in India but termed as the ‘Songbird of India’. Living in the heart of nature, being woken up by bird song reflects their great affinity to the most attractive features of the land in which they live. The state has a moderate climate throughout which means that it is quite comfortable here and it also has many exciting places for its tourists to visit. You must remember that an Inner Line is required to enter the state of Mizoram. There are also many festivals that you can experience while here. It is definitely a happy place with some warm hearted people.
Places to be around Mizoram
Palak Lake
Situated near Phura Village at a distance of around 400 km, this beautiful oval shaped lake is a popular place to visit south of AIzawal. It is definitely a popular spot and this beautiful waterbody covers an estimated 1sqkm and is surrounded by the green.
Phawngpui Hills
It is probably the highest peak in Mizoram and situated in the Chhimtuipai district near the Myanmar border. It is a must visit and is also said to be the ‘House of Gods’. The hills are rich in vibrant and colorful species of orchids, herbs, fauna and Rhododendrons. It is a wonderful view you should never miss during your Trip here.
Memorial of Chhingpui
This monument today reminds the legendary love story of Chhingpuii and Kaptluanga. This memorial is a momentum of love and is located on the Aizawal to Lunglei road and is something that you must not afford to miss. The locals are attached to this local story and hence this places is important and a must visit.
Vantawang Falls
Located in Serchhip district of Mizoram it is an enormous waterfall situated at around 137 km from Aizawal. Besides the falls, its surrounding too are very beautiful and impossible to forget, once visited. It is located in the river of Vanva and the highest in the state.
Thenzawl
Thenzawal is a small town known for its grassy slopes and tranquil ambiance and is located quite close to the waterfall of Vantawang,. It is a flat area where one can see the endless green paddy fields meeting the horizon with various shades of wild flowers.
Reiek Tlang
Perched at 1600 meters, it is one of the highest scenic hill station in Mizoram. It is the best place to find peace and serenity. Reiek Tlang calls out to the lovers of nature, adventure and romance. Located at a distance of 29 km away from the city of Aizawl.
Kolasib
Inspite of much activiites or sightseeing options, Kolasib attracts people for its greenery, lakes and rivers. It is not just a town but also a district with the same name and a really peaceful town or district, quite popular as an offbeat destination.
Best time to visit Mizoram
The state experiences three seasons and pretty extreme temperatures in all of the 3 seasons. Summer starts in the month of March and Monsoon after May. However the decent time to visit would be the winters that may last till the ides of March.
HOW TO REACH
Reaching Mizoram is pretty convenient if you can connect the dots well. The airport is its city Aizwal and is connected with Kolkata, Imphal as well as Guwahati. If you are planning a railway visit then Silchar would be the nearest railway station and its roads are accessible from Shillong as well as Guwahati through NH 54.