Top 7 places to visit in Mizoram

Top 7 places to visit in Mizoram

FPJ BureauUpdated: Saturday, June 01, 2019, 12:14 AM IST
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The lesser explored state of Mizoram is blessed with a splendid paradise that will leave you mesmerized with its natural beauty. A place which offers diversified terrain, and different cultures makes the visit to Mizoram a heavenly experience. For a travel enthusiast this place is a complete package which offers an offbeat way of exploring nature and a peek into the Mizoram culture showcasing the traditional attire, food and lifestyle that will add that special zing to your travel experience.

In order to reach Mizoram you can opt for the regular flights which ply to Aizawl from Kolkata, Imphal, Guwahati and other important cities of India.

Breathe in the fresh air, feel the dew from the leaves and splash on some sweet water of the springs while you have a blissful stay in the magical valleys of Mizoram. We bring to you some of their well known attractions which will make your trip a memorable one.

It is the capital of Mizoram and is a beautiful old city situated on steep hills. The main attractions here are the Durtlang Hills, Bara Bazaar, Mizoram State Museum, and Solomon’s Temple. Reiek is a resort meant for tourists which is 45 km south of Aizawl.

Live on the edge in the city of Aizawl Picture Credits: www.mizostory.org

Live on the edge in the city of Aizawl Picture Credits: www.mizostory.org |

It is the second largest city of Mizoram and is an apt place for nature lovers. You can also visit the stone bridge Lung-lei after which the city has been named. Apart from this there is the Khawnglung Wildlife Sanctuary, Saikuti Hall where a lot of artists exhibit their paintings and also conducts concerts and celebrations.

The lush green valleys of Lunglei<br />Picture Credits: dintea.tk

The lush green valleys of Lunglei
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It is a beautiful town in the middle of Mizoram. The main attraction here is the Vantawng Falls, and is the highest waterfall in the state. It is situated in Vanva River and is surrounded by lush greenery.

Vantawng Falls at Thenzawl<br />Picture Credits: Youtube

Vantawng Falls at Thenzawl
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It is mostly flat land which offers a stunning view of the surrounding hills. Some of the popular place to visit here are, Murlen National Park which consists many species of mammals, birds, medicinal plants and flowers also Rih Dil, a lake which is a kilometer long and 70 meters wide.

A spotted Deer at Murlen National Park<br />Picture Credits: www.sanctuariesindia.com

A spotted Deer at Murlen National Park
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It is situated at Phura Village and is 4oo km from Aizawl. You can spot a vast range of exotic species of flora and fauna. It is also a migrating point for Pintail Duck.

The scenic beauty of Palak Dil<br />Picture Credits: bharatkasafar.wordpress.com

The scenic beauty of Palak Dil
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It is a hill which is around 1524m high, 50 km from Aizawl and is a perfect place for mountain biking. For those seeking an adventure you just can’t miss this place. The trails are quite challenging so you better gear up for some thrill. The various trails which can be explored are Trail Baktawng, Trail Sialsuk, and Trail Lungleng. For the not so experienced bike riders you can explore the hill top of Chawilung/Hmuifang/Sumsuih/Thiak village.

The rocky terrain of Hmuifang Tlang<br />Picture Credits: mizoramjourney.wordpress.com

The rocky terrain of Hmuifang Tlang
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It is located at Chhimtuipui District near Myanmar border. It is the highest mountain peak in Mizoram. It is also known as the ‘House of Gods’ being surrounded by an arena filled with rich flora like orchids, herbs and fauna. The green blanket of the hills will refresh you at a glance with its beauty.

The rich arena of Phawngpui<br />Picture Credits: tourism.mizoramgov.in

The rich arena of Phawngpui
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The tourism ministry has initiated a few projects for an extensive development of Mizoram. Foreigners are required to acquire a special permit for visiting Mizoram.

Story compiled with inputs from:

tourism.mizoram.gov.in

www.tourmyindia.com

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