Aizawal Travel Information

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.