MIZORAM DIARIES

 

Places I visited in Mizoram

Mizoram, also known as the Land of Blue Mountains and the Land of Lushai Highlanders is an exceptionally beautiful place. Covered with lush green forests, tourism in Mizoram is known for its breathtaking views from cliffs, stunning waterfalls and picturesque villages set amidst seas of morning mist that enfold the hills and peaks in its embrace. Mizoram runs at its own rhythm. This is what I understood on my in Mizoram. Literally tucked in one corner of the country, tourism in Mizoram has not yet seen the rush. Thus, the beautiful mountain villages and the verdant valleys beyond Aizawl remains quite a tempting destination for off-the-beaten-track travellers. The Mizos are friendly and helpful; they lead their life on their own terms.

Solomon Temple

The Solomon Temple located in the Aizawl district of Mizoram is a very famous place of Mizoram and is an important destination for the people of the Christian faith. The temple is actually a church built by the religious sect of Kohhran Thianghlim. The temple has acquired its famed status as one of the prime tourist places in Mizoram thanks to the story behind it. The founder of the Kohhran Thianghlim, Mr. LB Sailo is believed to have had a vision in 1996 in which he saw the Solomon Temple being constructed in Mizoram. The foundation of the church was laid in 1997, and it took the organisation two arduous decades to turn that vision into reality. Built in the image of its namesake in Israel, the Solomon Temple is made with pristine white marble and has been crafted by artists with exceptional skills. It is undeniably one of the most famous places to visit in Mizoram.

Phawngpui Tlang (Blue Mountain)

Phawngpui Tlang or the Blue Mountain is among the famous places in Mizoram. This place is among the top tourist places in Mizoram owing to the fact that it is the highest peak in the state. Populated by herds of mountain goats, there is minimal to no human intervention at the slopes of the Blue Mountain, leaving them fairly untouched. The mountain is a popular place to visit in Mizoram among the trekking circuit and adventure seekers and has breathtaking views to offer. The lush green valleys of the Mizo mountain ranges can be fully appreciated from the Phawngpui Tlang, towering at a massive elevation of 7000 feet.

The valleys leading to the peak of Phawngpui sport an abundance of orchids and rhododendrons that cover the entire region. Located 230 kilometres from Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, Phawngpui Tlang is easy to reach and has general gradual slopes that can be hiked over by tourists of all ages.

Khwanglung Wildlife Sanctuary

The Khwanglung Wildlife Sanctuary is located 126 kilometres south of the capital city of Mizoram, Aizawl. The sanctuary is a wildlife reserve region spanning an area of about 35 square kilometres. The sanctuary is one of the most popular visiting places in Mizoram due to the biodiversity and lush greenery you can experience here. Animal species that call the sanctuary home include several endangered species such as the Royal Bengal Tiger and the Sambar, along with some other unique animals that are a common sight in the sanctuary. The Sero, barking deer, gibbon, and the hoolock are some of the animals that can be spotted here.

The sanctuary, apart from being a safe haven for all life forms, is a brilliant destination to experience the natural beauty of Mizoram. The lush valleys and the stunning views of the sanctuary are hard to miss, which makes this one of the best places to visit in Mizoram.

Vantawng Falls

The Vantawng Falls are the highest waterfall in the state of Mizoram, standing at an altitude of 750 feet. The Vantawng Falls are also one of the primary places to visit in Mizoram for experiencing the natural beauty around the falls. Situated at a distance of 137 kilometres from the state capital, Aizawl, the falls are a popular attraction for tourists and nature enthusiasts. Travellers from all across the world visit the falls to behold its splendour. Apart from the falls, one can engage in activities like trekking and hiking to enjoy the surrounding thick forests and greenery.

The water of the Vantawng Falls comes from the Vanva River and can be seen glistening as it leaps into the 750 feet drop. Since the falls are surrounded by thick forests, it can be viewed only from a distance, but even from afar it is a truly mesmerising sight.