MIZORAM

 MIZORAM: LAND OF  BLUE MOUNTAINS/ LAND OF LUSHAI HIGHLANDERS

Mizoram, the fifth-smallest state of India. It's one of the most beautiful yet less explored northeastern states in India, sharing its borders with Bangladesh and Myanmar. Mizoram is also known as "the Land of blue mountains" and "land of lushai highlanders". With picturesque villages, crystal clear water, lush green forests, verdant valleys, magnificent waterfalls, you can take your Instagram posts to the next level.

You can watch hills hovered with clouds and mist. During the early morning, the hills seem like milky white seas. Even at night they are shrouded with layers of clouds, I think this place should be known as "the abode of clouds". The pristine beauty of Mizoram is unparalleled.

Easiest way to reach Mizoram is through flight. Other ways are also available, but they might be tedious, the roads on mountains are bumpy and herky-jerky, thus airways or railways are recommended.

There are umpteen things to do like hiking, paragliding, boating and astounding views to visit in Mizoram. And I'm sure after looking at the following locations, Mizoram will be your next travel destination.

AIZWAL

Visiting this quaint place will feel like you're landed in paradise. It's one of the oldest cities. Aizawl offers a picturesque view that attracts a lot of tourists. This place is damn clean, untouched, real unspoiled, European looking streets, disciplined traffic, friendly people and what not. There are numerous places to visit in Aizawl including the famous Solomon's temple, Reiek heritage village, Durtlang hill, Vantawang falls, Luangmual handicrafts center, Pushpak gurudwara, Shiv temple and many more. Try to visit this place during the festival time and enjoy the vibrant festivals of Mizoram. 

CHAPCHAR KUT FESTIVAL is one of the significant and colorful festivals of Mizo's. The celebration signifies the welcome of spring season. This festival is celebrated with great show & pomp and feels like a giant carnival.

MIM KUT FESTIVAL is celebrated by taking first produce from harvest and presented to the departed soul. The crops sowed in CHAPCHAR KUT festival are harvested in MIM KUT festival. Everyone in Mizoram celebrates festivals with the same importance disregarding any differentiation like culture, religion, rich or poor, young or old.

CHAMPHAI

Located 188 km from Aizawl, the town of Champhai is close to the indo myanmar border and is administrative headquarters of Champhai is renowned for its rice fields and being a major region of rice cultivation, it is known as "Rice bowl of Mizoram" and an emerging "Fruit bowl of Mizoram". 

Common tourist attractions are Kungawrhi Puk, Lianchhiari Lunglen Tlang and Rih dil lake.

LUNGLEI

Lunglei, also known as Lungleh is the second-largest town of Mizoram. It is five and a half hours away from Aizawl. This paradise-like spot is renowned for its flora and fauna. Thorangtlang Wildlife Sanctuary, a famous sanctuary cohabitates elephants, wild dogs, leaf monkeys, barking deer, sambar, tigers, leopards, hoolock gibbons, porcupine and many more. And the special thing is that the elephants migrate to the place from Bangladesh. There's another popular sanctuary, Saza wildlife sanctuary.

Another beauty spot of Lunglei is Saikuti hall. It consists of a Museum, Auditorium, Restaurant and Library. The admirers of artwork are going to love ambling through this place as it comprises artifacts, statues and a huge collection of Mizo art and culture.

PARAGLIDING IN SERCHHIP

Serchhip is one of the most literate and beautiful villages in Mizoram famous for paragliding. The panoramic mountains, serene surroundings makes it look like a painting. And what's better than soaking the view from the top while paragliding. Paragliding has its own fun.

DAMPA TIGER RESERVE

DAMPA tiger reserve is a home to clouded leopards and tigers. It's one of the last few safe havens for the tigers. This reserve borders Bangladesh and connects China.

MURLEN NATIONAL PARK

This place located in Champal district of Mizoram is famous for hiking. Apart from being a beautiful natural reserve, it's a major water source for the birds and animals. 

BOATING IN TAM DIL

This man-made famous lake was developed for tourism purposes. One can go here for boating and enjoy the breathtaking view. You can take a stroll or have a picnic at this serene place.

CHHINGPUII AND KAP TLUANGA MEMORIAL

There's a story behind its name. Once there was a beautiful girl named Chhingpuii. Many men wanted to marry her, as she was the most beautiful girl from the aristocrat family of Mizoram. But she chose Kap Tluanga as her partner. They lived happily but suddenly World war ll happened, and she lost her life and Kap Tluanga wasn't able to live without her, thus took his life.

BLUE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

Blue Mountain National park is also called Phawngpui National Park. Trekking in Blue Mountain National Park will be the most memorable experience in Mizoram. It's a home to enriched flora, fauna and endangered species.

BARRA BAZAR

If you're fond of handicrafts, then this place is a must-visit. You'll get to experience the Mizo artifacts and intricate handicrafts like bamboo products, empai, flower vase, Shawls, bamboo furniture etc.

Let me know in the comments of you've ever visited this spectacular place.