Resons for Choosing Mizoram as Your Next Travel Destination

The “land of Highlanders” is the meaning of the word Mizoram, which is a hilly place covered with verdant forest, wildlife, and villages. It lies on the southern tip of Northeast India. Lush of greenery, amazing landscape, fun trekking trips, ancient caves, waterfalls, wildlife, and many more; Mizoram has it all to cater to all your needs of an ideal vacation. Of the many benefits of choosing a lesser explored place as your travel destination, the primary reason is that you are spared from breaking your bank to travel to over-crowded tourist destinations and shelling out money at the overpriced hotels. Without any regret you can deviate from the concept of spending lavish holidays on the best resorts to gain an enthralling experience of the land where you can feel the tranquility of nature. If you have not yet joined in a hiking and walking activity and have not unearthed the mysteries of nature in rural places then this article will help you to make up your mind. Trekking is not always a daunting and scary task which makes you believe that you put your life in risk to enjoy the charm of nature. Even if you are a novice and want to take a walking trip amidst nature, trekking in Mizoram will be actually a lot of fun.

Places to See in Mizoram

Phawangpui Hills

This blue mountain hills is located in in Chhimtuipui District near Myanmar border. The name of the place is derived from Lai language, phong meaning “grassland” and pui means “great”. The peak exhibits an enchanting view. At the western side of the peak you can also view semi-circular cliffs, which is known to be the home of mountain goats. There are stories about these cliffs being haunted by spirits. You surely would not want to miss the hair-rising experience.

Phulpui Grave

This is a popular sight-seeing spot of twin tombs which has a heart-melting tale associated to it.  The fabled story is of a couple Zawlpala and his wife Talvungi, the legendary beauty of those times. During those times polygamy was prevalent and she got married to the chief of Punthia and Rothai subsequently. She was heartbroken to hear the news of the death of her former husband Zawpala. She asked a lady to kill her and lay her next to the grave of her deceased husband. Many young couples visit the tomb to witness the two adjacent tombs as a symbol of love.

Memorial of Chhingpuii

The memorial was raised to commemorate the love between Chhingpuii, a very beautiful woman born to an aristocratic family, and her husband Kaptluanga. The happy life of the couple was shattered when Chhingpuii was abducted and killed. Grief-stricken, Kaptluanga took his life as he could not bear the loss of his wife. The stone stands as an epitome of the legendary love story of the couple.

Vantawang Falls

The waterfalls is located 5 km south of Thenzawl in Serrchhip district  of Mizoram. This is the tallest waterfalls in Mizoram and the 13th highest waterfalls in India. The waterfall originates from the Vanva river and flows tearing apart a blanket of greenery with a total height of 229 meters. Although rocky terrains and bamboo groves surrounding the falls make it difficult to touch the spring water, but a visit to the falls is worth your time for a picturesque view.

Thenjawl

If tranquility and peace are what you are looking for from your vacation then this place is a must visit. This small town lies close to the Vantawang Falls. Witness the green paddy fields with hue of wild flowers meet the blue horizon. Visit the place to experience nature at its best and to fill your hearts with memories that you can cherish for lifetime.

Palak Lake

The is an oval lake situated near Phura village, 400 km from south of Aizwal. The lake is spread across an area of 1 sq km surrounded by dense forests. The lake is a house to many species of flora and fauna. A typicality of tourist places in Mizoram is that almost all of them have a blood-curdling story weaved to it. The villagers believe that once upon a time, before the lake was formed, the area was inhabited by villagers and a serpent which used to steal children from the village. The villagers managed to catch the serpent and kill it and distributed the flesh of the serpent as dinner to all the villagers. A widow who lived with her two children got the head of the serpent as her share. She was panic-stricken to take a look into the boiling pot to find the eyes of the serpent blinking and rolling. She ran out of her house to see her house flooded with water; however, she somehow managed to elope from there with her two children before the water engulfed the entire village along with the villagers. Although there are roads that connect jeep to the Palak Lake but the government has taken care that the pristine condition of the lake is maintained.

Khawnglung Wildlife Sanctuary

This wildlife sanctuary is situated 170 km away from Aizwal and is known to be a house of Sambhar, Hoolock Gibbon, Wild Boar, Himalayan Serow, Barking Deer, Leopard, and many other wild creatures. You can visit the sanctuary from October–March to increase the chances of spotting the habitants of the sanctuary.

If you are not enough convinced to visit the amazing land of greenery then this part will compel you to change your mind.

Things to Do in Mizoram

Bike Trekking in Hmuifang Hill

Enjoy a bike ride on unbeaten trails in the Hmuifang Hill which is located at a height of 1,524 meter. Among the many trails that can be explored through a bike ride some of the significant spots are Baktawng, Trail Sialsuk, and Trail Lungleng. If you are an inexperienced bike rider, try exploring the hill top of Chawilung, Hmuifang, Sumsuih, and Thiak villages.

Trekking in Mizoram

Walk and explore through the pristine virgin forest. Whether a wanderer or not, a trek in Mizoram will never disappoint you. The Blue Mountain National Park Trekking and Camping is one of the best trails in Mizoram. Champai district is also another preferred trekking destination. If you want to walk through some way-out trekking trails then you should opt for Lengteng and Mawmrang. You have to acquire special permits for trekking expeditions.

Go Caving

Pukzing Cave

Explore the largest cave in Mizoram which is situated at the Pukzing village in the Aizwal district. The tale says that the cave was carved out by a very strong man Mualzavata with a single hair pin.

Milu Puk

Puk means cave in Mizo and the cave is situated near Mamte village over 100 km from Lunglei town. It is believed that the cave contained human skeletons. These skeletons were believed to be inhabitants of the place before Mizos. Those people were greater in height than the Mizos.

Lamsial Puk

The cave which is located very close to Farkwan village in the Champhai district had witnessed a huge war between two villages. Many villagers were killed during that times whose skeletons were recovered from the cave.

Go Shopping in Mizoram

You should not miss the handicraft of a tourist spot. Mizos are excellent craftsperson and the Luangmual Handicrafts Centre is located 7 km from Aizwal. Do not miss to pick up the most famous handicraft work of this place, Khumbeu. This is a ceremonial hat made from waterproof wild Hnathial leaves. The cap is woven from cane and then lined with dried Hnathial leaves. You can get one of these eco-friendly caps to get protection from sun as well as rain. You can buy yourself beautifully hand-woven cloth, Paun and many more handcrafts.

No to Miss Mizo Cuisine

You should never leave a tourist place without tasting a special dish of the place. Mizo people do not eat very spicy food and soup is an integral part of a typical Mizo cuisine. Try to eat on the road side stalls to experience the real Mizo flavor. Bai is one of the typical Mizo cuisines cooked with steamed veggies, bamboo shoot, spinach, and with pieces of pork. Try the local grape wine called Lubrusca.