Aizawl, the present state capital of Mizoram came into being as a fortified post on the recommendation of Mr. Dally of the Assam Military Police Battalion in the spring of 1890. It is now 112 years old and is at an altitude of 4000 ft. above sea level. It has a population of approximately 2 lakhs. The city stands on a high ridge surrounded on the east by the deep green valley of the river TUIRIAL and on the west by the river. TLWNG with its lush emerald valleys. On the north, Aizawl is protected by beautiful high craggy hills of DURTLANG and the capital city stands like a huge citadel. It is adorned by picturesque scenery and peaceful surroundings with mild and enjoyable weather throughout the year. Aizawal is an ideal hill station for tourists looking for solititude, clean and fresh environment and new destinations. Aizawl is the political and cultural centre of Mizoram. It is here that the State Legislature is situated. It is also the seat of the Government and all important Government as well as Public Sector offices are located at Aizawl. It is also the commercial hub of the State and all commercial and economic activities are centred around the city.
General Information : Area : 20 sq. kms. Population : 2,29,714 (as of 2001 census.) Altitude : 1132 metres. Climate : Summer : 20 0 C - 30 0 C Winter : 11 0 C - 21 0 C Geographical Location : 23.30 0 N Latitude & 92.15 0 E Longitude Rainfall : 219 cms. Official Languages : Mizo and English Other Languages : Hindi and Bengali Clothing Summer : Cotton garments and light Wollen during mon soon. Winter : Woollen clothings. Places of Interest : State Museum, McDonald Hill, Zarkawt Mini Zoological Garden, Near P.T.C. Lungverh, Sairang Road Durtlang Hill : P.C. Hospital Ph. 361222 Aizawl Theological College Ph. 361139 Berawtlang Tourist Complex Ph. 352067 Mizo Typical Village, Falkawn, 18 kms. South of Aizawl
Recreational Places Bung Picnic Spot & Restaurant, 15 kms. East of Aizawl Sairang Picnic Spot, 26 kms. West of Aizawl Berawtlang Tourist Complex Ph. 352067 Aizawl Club, Ph. 311831 Near Tennis Court
Cinema Hall : Zodin Cinema Hall, Zodin Square J. L. Cinema Hall, Upper Khatla
Shopping Centres : Markets New Market, Bara Bazar Rizt Market, Bazar Bungkawn Solomon's Cave, Zodin Square Souvenir Shop KVI Sales Emporium, Ph. 342464 Zarkawt ZOHANCO Ph. 340722 Sales Emporium, Zarkawt. MIFCO Sales Emporium, Ph. 323680 Zodin Square MAHCO Sales Emporium, Ph. 322893 Treasury Square, Opposite Hauva Building, Bara Bazar
Places of Worship : Christian : Each locality has its own Church. English Service in Mission Veng Church Hindu : Pushpak Mandir, Zemabawk A.R.Mandir, A.R.Complex Shivji Mandir, Bawngkawn Muslik : Aizawl Mosque, Bara Bazar Sikh : Pushpak Gurudwara, Zemabawk
Excursion :
Bung Picnic Spot : A beautiful picnic spot on a hill, just 15kms away from Aizawl on Aizawl-Lungleri Highway.
Tamdil Lake : A beautiful natural lake, 85 kms. East of Aizawl near the village of Saitual is an ideal place for picknickers. There is a cafeteria as well as cottages for overnight stay. Boating facilities are also available.
Vantawng Waterfull : The highest waterfall in Mizoram. It is 750 ft. high surrounded by lush green forests filled with bamboo groves. There is a cafeteria as well as cottages for one night's stay.
Falkawn : It is 18kms south of Aizawl, the State Capital. A typical Mizo village is a place of interest for both tourists and locals.
Champhai : This is a border town and is also the District Headquarters. It is situated 192 kms east of Aizawl on the Indo-Myanmar border. It is a bustling commercial centre and a paradise for nature lovers.
Phawngpui : Literally means 'Blue Mountain', is located at a height of 2165 metres above sea-level. It is 300kms away from Aizawl towards southern tip of Mizoram. Rich in exotic flowers, orchids, medicinal herbs. The ecosystem, rich in bio-diversity, is protected and preserved by the State Government and is open only to trekhers and hikers.
How to go there :
Air : Lengpui airport, 45 kms west of Aizawl is connected by Alliance Air service from Kolkata every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Indian Airlines also operate daily flight from Kolkata to Silchar (Except on Sundays) which is 180 kms. Aways from Aizawl.
Road : Aizawl is connected by NH 54. Day and Night service of private and Government buses are available from Guwahati to Aizawl via Shillong and Silchar. In addition Maxi Cabs are also available from Guwahati, Shillong and Silchar to Aizawl.
Entry formalities :
Domestic Tourists : Inner line permit can be obtained from Liaison Officers posted in New Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati, Shillong and Silchar. Two passport size photographs are required to be attached on the prescribed forms.
Foreign Tourists : For a group of 4 or more persons, Restricted Area Permit (RAP) can be obtained from the Government of Mizoram through Liaison Officers posted at New Delhi, Kolkata & Guwahati. For less than 4 persons RAP has to be obtained from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. | |