MIZORAM

Known for its evergreen hills and dense bamboo jungles,
Mizoram lies in the southern most tip of north east India. Called the
Land of Blue Mountains, the hills are crisscrossed by gushing rivers and
high sparkling waterfalls. Surrounded by Manipur, Assam, Tripura,
Myanmar and Bangladesh, a drive through the center of the state,
towards the Myanmar border will take you through lush green paddy
fields. This geographical diversity makes it one of the most beautiful
places to visit in the north east of India.

With a wide array of festivals, dances, handicrafts, flora and fauna,
natural scenic beauty and pleasant climate, Mizoram has much to offer
its visitors. The Tam Lake reputed for its fish and prawns is an ideal
picnic spot and the facility to ride in the boats makes it even better.
Around 85 km from Aizawl,
the drive to the lake offers views just as beautiful as the lake
itself. The Siaha river is the biggest river in Mizoram and an anglers
paradise. The Vantawng Fall, surrounded by a vast stretch of thick
bamboo forests, is Mizoram’s highest waterfall at 750 ft high and is
another tourist attraction.

The Mizoram State Museum in Aizawl that offers a great insight into
the traditions, culture and history of Mizos is a must visit while in
the city.

While in Mizoram, make sure you take a walk down Zion Street. Bara
Bazaar, as the locals call it, is lined with stalls selling garments.
You will see the locals dressed in their traditional costumes selling
produce from the farms and imports from China. The cane and bamboo
handicraft that creates baskets, utensils, hats, flower vases, furniture
and other decorative items, is the best souvenir you can take back from
Mizoram.

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN

MIZORAM

Most of the good hotels in Mizoram are located in Aizawl. Though they
are affordable and offer all essential facilities, it is advisable to
make your reservations in advance.

With 24-hour hot water supply, the high-end hotel rooms are a better bet.

There are a few luxury resorts on the hills offering an amazing view of the valley.

BEST PLACES TO EAT IN MIZORAM

While in-house restaurants provide Indian and Continental food, you
will find local delicacies like steamed fish and chicken and pork moms
at Bara Bazaar and Zodin Square.

Tandoori food is also available at some dhabas around the city.

For authentic Oriental cuisine, go to Beijing Blue where the Korean, Japanese and Chinese dishes are fairly decent.

BEST TIME TO VISIT MIZORAM

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