Showing posts with label Mizoram. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mizoram. Show all posts

Wednesday, 19 February 2014

Around Aizawal Important information

Tourist Acctration in Around Aizawal

  • Bung (ISkms.) & Paikhai
  • Luangmual Handicrafts Centre
  • TamdilLake

Bung (15 kms.) & Paikhai (16 kms.)
These cool breezy places are popular picnic and recreational sites.


Luangmual Handicrafts Centre (7 kms.)
'Khumbeu', the ceremonial bamboo hat made of waterproof wild 'Hnahthial' leaves is one of the roost popular items of this centre.


TamdilLake (85kms.)
This largest lake of Mizoram is an excellent picnic site and also has facilities for boating.

REACHING THERE
Airport: Linked by air.
Railhead: Silchar(184kms.).
Road : NH 54 connects Aizawl with other parts of the country.

Aizawal Important information

Aizawal

The attractive capital town of Mizoram is set on a ridge at an altitude of 4,000 ft. above sea level, overlooking the lush green Tlawng River valley to its east, while to its north are the beautiful craggy hills of Durtlang. The Tropic of Cancer passes through this tranquil hill resort.
Tourist Acctration in Aizawal
  • Mizoram State Museum
  • Bora Bazar
  • Mini Zoological Garden

Mizoram State Museum : It is set in the centre of the town and houses historical relics, ancient costumes, textiles, exquisite artefacts and traditional implements. Another museum is located at the Macdonald's hill.

Bora Bazar : This main shopping area of Aizawl provides glimpses of Mizo lifestyle. Mizos in their traditional costumes trade their wares and women weaving shawls can be seen at work, at the 'Weaving Centre'.

Mini Zoological Garden : The zoo at the Durtlang Hills is home to animals and birds found only in the hills of Mizoram. The Durtlang Hills affords a panoramic view of Aizawl and is a must visit site for a breathtaking view of the hills. Other attractive sites are - the Assam Rifles Centre, Raj Bhawan, the Assembly and Secretariat.

REACHING THERE
Airport: Linked air
Railhead: Silchar ( 184 kms) 
Road: NH 54 connects Aizawl with other parts of country