Mizoram: Insider Travel Guide and Tips
Mizoram is a blue paradise in the group of seven sister states of North East India. The setting is such that you will feel that its beauty has been preserved well in this time when industrialization has ruined nature’s bounties for the worse.
You can see sparkling waterfalls, green-carpeted hills which look benevolent rather than mighty and dramatic and striking gorges.
There is an exotic mix of flora and fauna as Mizoram has a good forest cover across the state. The temperate climate is further favorable for tourists to take up exploration and sightseeing.
Now, talking in terms of location, Mizoram shares its boundaries nationally with the states Assam, Manipur, and Tripura on the northern side. Also, international boundaries have Bangladesh and Myanmar set in adjacent positions with it.
A plus point for tourists is that English is taught in schools widely and hence it’s understood well but one thing to keep in mind that people might not be that good in speaking so they may respond with a very few phrases or words.
Let us further have a look at the state through the following travel guide:
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Best Time To Visit Mizoram
Mizoram sees three seasons broadly.
During the months of May continuing up till September, the state has a rainy season which makes the surroundings very wet and the climate becomes very humid, so it is a ‘not so good’ time for traveling and sightseeing.
Winters and early summers, which are there in the months of October to March, mark the best time to visit Mizoram.
The temperature ranges between 11 degrees and 29 degrees during these months (on Celsius scale), which is also fairly good for trying out adventure sports suiting the terrain.
How to Reach Mizoram?
Reaching by Flight
It’s very easy to reach Mizoram and also it’s pretty easy to move around once you reach. People planning to arrive by air can first take a flight to Kolkata and Guwahati after which a connecting flight of a short duration (ranging from 1 hour to 30 minutes) can be taken to reach Lengpui Airport (the one and only airport in Mizoram).
Reaching by Road
Thereafter, a cab whether personal or shared can be hired as per convenience to move to the city. Also, there is a per passenger basis vehicle which will take very nominal charges to drop you in the city. If a connecting flight is not preferable then you can come via National Highway-24 which runs from Silchar (Assam) to the state.
Reaching by Rail
By Rail is not highly recommended as the rail connects only the northern part of the state i.e. Bairabi in Kolasib District. So after this ultimately move has to be made by road and it will be a lot of distance to cover.
What to Shop and from Where in Mizoram?
1. Bamboo and Cane art:
Since the forests are plush with Bamboo vegetation, the local people pursue making handicrafts with Bamboo. Also cane craft is quite famous over here. The articles in Cane and Bamboo which you can buy are utensils, hats, baskets, flower vases, furniture pieces etc.
2. Woven goods
Woven goods are a hit here. You can find beautiful fabrics done in splendid patterns employing weaving art. Women of Mizoram are particularly adept in making woven goods and ladies can particularly find the traditional ‘wrap around’ traditional skirt known as Puan a very beautiful takeaway for yourself.
3. Local Wine
You can find a cheap wine bottle to purchase which is made locally. The particularly famous one is Zawlaidi.
4. Foreign goods
Buying foreign goods exported in from Myanmar and Bangladesh can be a good option if you are planning to visit the border cities in the state too.
Major festivals are celebrated in Mizoram
Four major festivals are celebrated in Mizoram which is all agricultural festivals i.e. “Kut” celebrated at different times of the year. Let’s have a look at them:
1. Chapchar Kut
It is the preparation time for sowing of crops and people thus celebrate this festival with great fervor participating in traditional dances and other festivities. Particularly in this festival, the forests are cleared and Bamboo and other trees are dried for burning.
2. Mim Kut
Particularly dedicated to celebrating the harvest of Maize, this festival sees rituals like erecting a memorial platform for the deceased and offering them necessary supplies like maize, clothes, bread, etc. All this is done because the belief system says that deceased visit during this festival that’s why efforts are made to pay them respect.
3. Thalfavang Kut
This marks the beginning of the harvest season where different communities come together to take part in festivities together. Cultural activities and traditional games are a major highlight of the festival.
4. Pawl Kut
Festival to celebrate the abundance that ushers in after the harvest season, elaborate feasts of meats and eggs are prepared during Pawl Kut. It is like a thanksgiving festival.
Tourist Attraction in Mizoram
1. Phawngui
It is the highest peak in Mizoram and is believed to be the dwelling place of Gods. Breathtaking views of the area include sights of rhododendrons and orchids and the blue paradisiacal backdrop.
2. Mizoram State Museum
For the ones interested in knowing about the rich culture and heritage of Mizoram can visit the state museum where a good curation of artifacts (weapons, musical instruments, clothing) of the different tribes and wildlife displays have been put up to provide the travellers a peek into the Mizo history.
3. Tadmil
Situated alongside the jungle, Tadmil is a serene and tranquil lake which is a perfect spot for relaxing and easing up. It is 85 kms away from Aizawl, the capital city of Mizoram. You can also try boating over the waters for a memorable experience.
4. Sibuta Lung
Erected about three hundred years ago by the Palian chief, it is a large memorial stone situated 20 kms away from Aizawl. Discover the interesting story of Sibuta behind this memorial as you visit this site.
5. Solomon’s Temple
Donning white colour all over, this is a place where you can enjoy the quiet atmosphere. It was constructed by a non-denominational church the mission of the members is to honour and spread the word of God
