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Aizawl

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Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, is a hill city draped across steep ridges at around 1,100 metres.

State
Mizoram
Type
Hill Station

Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, is a hill city draped across steep ridges at around 1,100 metres. Known for its warm Mizo culture, churches and lively markets, there are long views from Durtlang Hills and landmarks such as Solomon's Temple, all set among green northeastern hills.

When to go

October to March has the most pleasant, clear weather for exploring the hills.

Why visit

Aizawl is built along a ridge so steep that the streets stack over one another. Do not arrive on a Sunday — the city shuts for church, shops and all. Mizoram needs an Inner Line Permit, which can be had on arrival at the airport.

Cultural notes

Aizawl is a predominantly Christian, Mizo-majority city known for its music, orderly community life and hillside architecture.

How to reach

By Air: Lengpui Airport is about 35 km from the city. By Road and Train: Silchar in Assam is the nearest major railhead, with an onward hill drive; permits may apply for some visitors, so check current rules.

Aizawl in 3 days

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Solomon's Temple, AizawlDay 1

Day 1

Solomon's Temple, Aizawl

One of the largest churches in Mizoram, standing in Aizawl and built by Kohhran Thianghlim, The Holy Church, the group Dr L.B. Sailo founded in 1984. It is non-denominational. The scale is the reason to go; there is not a great deal else the building will tell you on its own, so give it half an hour on your way somewhere else in the city rather than a morning.

Day 1

Bara Bazaar & handloom shops

Bara Bazaar & handloom shops

Day 1

Durtlang Hills viewpoint

Durtlang Hills viewpoint

ReiekDay 2

Day 2

Reiek

Reiek is a hill in Mizoram's Lushai Hills, about 29 km from Aizawl, rising to roughly 1,465 metres. It is known for a state-run heritage village recreating traditional homes of different Mizo sub-tribes, a moderate trekking trail to the summit, and views reaching the Tlawng River and, on clear days, Bangladesh.

Day 2

Heritage Mizo village huts

Heritage Mizo village huts

Day 2

Sunset over the Myanmar hills

Sunset over the Myanmar hills

Day 3

Day 3

Hmuifang Tlang community forest

Hmuifang Tlang community forest

Day 3

Grass slopes & cliff walks

Grass slopes & cliff walks

Day 3

Village tea stops on the way back

Village tea stops on the way back

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Shopping

Bara Bazar is the place for Mizo shawls (puan), handicrafts, bamboo products and local produce.

Frequently asked questions

What is Aizawl known for?

Being Mizoram's ridge-top capital, with warm Mizo culture, churches, hillside views and the lively Bara Bazar.

How do I reach Aizawl?

By air to Lengpui Airport (about 35 km), or by road from Silchar in Assam, the nearest major railhead.

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