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Aizawl is the largest city, as well as the capital of the state of Mizoram in India. The Aizawl has various tourist attractions like Vantawng Water Falls, Palak Lake, Phawngui, Champhai, Lunglei, Mizoram State Museum, Pukzing Cave, Tamdil Lake, Bora Bazar, Weaving Centre, Luangmual Handicrafts Centre. In the summer the temperature ranges from 20-30 degrees Celsius, and in the winter 11-21 degrees Celsius.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 796001

STD Code: 0389

Info Website: aizawl.nic.in

Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year.

HistoryEdit

Aizawl is capital of the state of Mizoram in India. It is believed the Mizo people came from China and settled here about 300 years ago. Mizoram, in the 18th century, had an autocratic political system, ruled by hereditary chieftains. In the 1890s, the British annexed the Lushai Hills (as the hills of Mizoram are commonly known as) district to Assam. During the British rule, Christian missionaries were encouraged to come to Mizoram to proselytise and preach. They did and as a consequence, almost 95% of the Mizo population is Christian. The indigenous Buddhist and animist tribes such as the Chakmas and Reangs have been persecuted and even driven out of the state.

Places to VisitAdd

How to ReachEdit

By Air : There is no airport at Aizawl .The nearest airport from the capital city of Mizoram is at Lengpui airport (43kms). Several airlines connect this domestic airport to key cities in this part of India, like: Silchar, Kolkata, Imphal. Enquiries at Lengpui Airport : Air India : 0389-2573355 , Jet Airways :0389-2573277 , Kingfisher : 0389- 2573369.

By Train : Aizawl does not have a train station, Nearest railhead is Silchar in Assam, 180 km away from Aizawl. But one can also stop at Guwahati since it is better connected to all major cities and towns in the country by train.

By BUS : Buses and taxis are available from Silchar to Aizawal (6-8 hrs). Night services are also available. Aizawl is also accessible by road from Shillong and Guwahati.

By Taxi : The Yellow & White Taxis are widely available in Aizawl, is connected by road with Silchar through National Highway 54km, with Agartala through National Highway 40km & with Imphal through National Highway 150km.

By Other : N.A.

Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Royale ; Bara Bazaar, Aizawl 796001, India ; Ph – (0389) 2311576, (0389) 2311577 ; Facilities – Newspapar , Fax service ,T.V, Travel Desk ,Laundry ,Parking, Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Chief ; Zarkawt, Aizawl 796007, India ; Ph – 0389 234 1097 ; Facilities – TV, restaurant, room service, h/c water, doctor-on-call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Hotel Ritz ; Bara Bazar Aizawl Mizoram – 796001; Ph – 0389 232 3358 ; Facilities – Airport Shuttle, Car Rental, Doctor On Call, Laundry Or Dry Cleaning Services, Paid Parking, Safe Deposit Box.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Regency; B-49, Zarkawt Main Street 796001. ; Ph – 11 0389 2349334 ,11 0389 2344234 ; Facilities – 24×7 Wi-Fi Internet Servic, 24×7 Reception Service,24×7 In-House Security Service, Air Conditioning, Flat panel LCD Television in all rooms, Laundry Service, Room for the Differently-abled, 24 hrs. Hot & Cold Running Water, Telephone,Environment-friendly Solar Water Heating for all Guest Rooms,Car Parking, Airport pick and drop Service Car Rental, Banquet/Conference Hall For 100+ pax, Compact well equipped Board Room for 10 pax .

Top RestaurantsAdd

• Hi Five Restaurant ;  Millenium Center, Dawrpui, Aizawl, MZ 796007 . ; M –  085 75 573592 ; Food Serve :  Burgers and other mouth watering Chinese dishes.

• Earth rock café ;  Zarkawt Main Street, Aizawl, Mizoram 796007. ; M –  0389 231 0218 ; Food Serve :  All types of food available.

• David’s Kitchen ;  Chanmari-Chaltlang Rd, Aizawl, MZ . ; M –  0389 234 1263 ; Food Serve :  Vegetarian & Non Vegetarian food.

Must Eat FoodAdd

Must Do ActivitiesAdd

Must ShopAdd

• Colourful Traditional Garments, Handmade Wicker Baskets. ; Bara Bazar ;  Bara Bazar, Dawrpui Aizawl. ; Ph/M:  N.A.

Nightlife (Pub / Disc / BAR)Add

SpaAdd

• Irene Spa ;  1ST Floor,ch.Chhunga Bldg,above sony showroom, Aizawl 796007 .; Ph/M – 0389-2346715 / 9436141836; Cost:  N.A. ; Services –  One Steam Room to accommodate 4 -5 people. One Sauna Cabin to accommodate 2 people. Traditional Body Massages Skin Treatments and many more.

FestivalAdd

Chapchar Kut festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  February to March ; Details:  The ‘Chapchar Kut’ festival is one of the oldest festivals of Mizoram. the festivals are connected with agricultural activities.Farmers cut bamboo forests to make place for jhum or seasonal farming. The season, in which they wait for the chopped bamboo heaps to dry under sun before being burnt is called Chapchar. Kut means festival, as the farmers have nothing else to do during the season. The festivals are celebrated with feasts and dances. Chapchar Kut celebrates the arrival of spring.

Pawl Kut ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  December ; Details:  It is perhaps the greatest festival. With plenty of grains in the barn and all the labours of the year over, what better time is there than this is to have a grand festival.

Safety / WarningEdit

•  Beware of pickpockets as Aizawl is a major tourist city in India.
• Don’t flash jewelry or large sums of money.
• Avoid false saller, they may sale you fake items.

HelplineEdit

• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

ItineraryEdit

Day 1
10:00 am – Durtlang Hills ;Approx. time spent : 4 hrs
2:00 pm – KV Paradise ;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
4:00 pm – Mizoram State Museum ;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
Day 2
10:00 am – Street Market ;Approx. time spent : 4 hrs
2:00 pm – Salvation Army Temple; Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
4:00 pm – Curry Pot ;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
Day 3
10:00 am – Khawnglung Wildlife Sanctuary ;Approx. time spent : 4 hr
2:00 pm – Vantawang Falls ;Approx. time spent : 4 hrs

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