10 Best Places In Aizawl Which Every Wanderlust Traveler Must Visit (2024)
Even though the North-Eastern states of India are pretty popular among tourists worldwide, they do not get the amount of praise they deserve. Mizoram is one of the North-Eastern states in the country which gets overlooked by tourists while planning a trip. In case they do not visit there, they do miss out a lot. As Mizoram is immensely beautiful and its capital Aizawl is one of the most beautiful hill stations in the world. In this blog, we will discuss the best places to visit in Aizawl as many people still do not know much about the city. Located at the height of 1132 meters above sea level, Aizawl is magnificent and calm. The entire town is surrounded by gorgeous mountains and lush greenery of thick forests.
If you are planning a trip to Aizawl, you will find this blog quite helpful. By reading the entire piece, you will know the top sightseeing spots located in Aizawl. But before visiting there, you must know an important fact. You will have to get an Inner Line Pass to enter the city. The pass is available from cities like Kolkata, Shillong, Guwahati, Silchar, and New Delhi. Even though Aizawl does not have its railway station, you will still be able to reach it by getting a train to Silchar. You will arrive in Aizawl within three hours from Silchar. The town has excellent weather and is perfect for visiting any time of the year.
10 Best Places In Aizawl Which Every Wanderlust Traveler Must Visit
The sites mentioned in the latter portion of the blog are mesmerizingly beautiful and pretty unique. In case you visit Aizawl, you have to visit the places mentioned below:
1. Phawngpui
On your trip to Aizawl, you will realize that Phawngpui is an important tourist spot in the town. Phawngpui is a gorgeous village located 2175 meters above sea level and is surrounded by magnificent mountains and lush greenery of thick forests. The best part about this tiny hamlet is that it is filled with a massive variety of flora and fauna. If you are an adventure enthusiast, you will love this place in Aizawl dearly. Not only will you be able to scale to a gorgeous blue mountain over there, but also you will get to hike the entire village.
In Phawngpui, you will be able to witness a wide array of endangered animals. Phawngpui is not merely a village but also the home to the Phawngpui Blue Mountain National Park. Some of the animals which inhabit there are barking deer, Asiatic black bear, leopard, tiger, and others. The park is also home to several different species of beautiful birds, including the Black Eagle, mountain bamboo, purple cochoa, oriental pied hornbill, and others. In case you want to explore Phawngpui to the fullest, keep some time in your hands.
Distance between Aizawl and Phawngpui: 119 km.
2. Reiek
If you want to get a panoramic view of Aizawl’s gorgeous town, then Reiek is the perfect place for you. As Reiek is a hill which is situated 1465 meters above sea level, you will be able to get the gorgeous view of the Mizo hills quite vividly. To get the unhindered view, you will have to reach to the top of the mountain. In case you are an experienced trekker, you will not have any problem with scaling the hill. But if you are not that well-acquainted with trekking, you might face some difficulties. Nevertheless, the view that you will get from the top of the hill will make you forget about the journey’s tiredness.
The best part about Reiek Tlang or Reiek hill is that it is comparatively less popular among tourists and that is why it is not crowded at all. You will be able to get glimpses of the Peregrine Falcon if you go to the top of the hill.
Distance of Aizawl from Reiek Tlang: 29 km.
3. Vantawng Falls
Vantawng Falls is not only the highest waterfall in Mizoram but also the 13th highest waterfall in India. As the waterfalls are located a bit far away from Aizawl, you will be able to reach within three hours from the city. The waterfall is one of the best places to visit in Aizawl as it is stunning and serene. When you reach the location of the falls, you will be awestruck by its mesmerizing beauty.
As the falls are near the magnificent Vanva river, the speed of the falls is pretty fast. Gorgeous mountains and thick beautiful forests surround the entire area of Vantawng.
If you want to enjoy the glory of the falls to its fullest, try to visit it between September and January as the volume of the water will be high.
Distance of Aizawl from Vantawng Falls: 137 km.
4. Hmuifang
Hmuifang is another gorgeous viewpoint located close to Aizawl. The tiny hamlet offers the panoramic view of the Mizo hills or the forests and is also well-known for its abundant wildlife. Hmuifang is one of the most well-known places in Mizoram because it is the home to the famous Thalfavang Kut festival. Several tourists from all over the world visit Hmuifang every year to get a glimpse of the Mizo culture and traditions.
Tourists surround the entire area of the Hmuifang in November due to the Kut festival. In case you do not love crowds, it is better to avoid November to explore the village.
Distance of Aizawl from Hmuifang: 50 km.
5. Falkawn Village
Falkawn is one of the most famous villages in India and is one of the best places to visit in Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram. The village’s popularity is that it is a model village where tourists can witness the daily lives of Mizo people. People get to see their livelihoods, culture, and traditions in depth by visiting the town. If you want to learn about Mizoram, then you will have to visit Falkawn village.
As the village is located quite close to Aizawl, you will be able to get back to your hotel in the city on the day of your village-trip. By talking to the village’s local people, you will know a lot about their lives.
Distance of Aizawl from Falkawn Village: 22 km.
6. Dampa Tiger Reserve
Even though the Dampa Tiger Reserve is not located close to Aizawl, it is still possible to get there within three hours from the city. This wildlife sanctuary is one of the essential parts of the tiger preservation initiative in India. The temple was converted into a tiger reserve n 1994, and it is spread across 500 square kilometers. You will be able to see not only tigers but also sloth bears, leopards, barking deer, and other endangered animals in Dampa wildlife sanctuary.
You can explore the forest by being a part of the jungle safari. Or else, you can spend your day over there by watching birds from the watchtowers located in the jungle.
Distance of Aizawl from Dampa Tiger Reserve: 125 km.
7. Tamdil Lake
Tamdil Lake is not only the largest lake of Mizoram but also it is gorgeous. Even though the lake is human-made, you will not be able to tell the difference if you visit.
Commonly the lake is also called “Lake of Mustard” by the locals of Mizoram. When you reach there, you will be overwhelmed by the mesmerizingly gorgeous views of the surroundings. The look of the green mountains on the backdrop of crystal-clear blue water is otherworldly.
The lake is quite essential for Mizoram as most fishes of the state come from the lake. You can explore Tamdil by taking a boat ride or by walking along its shore.
Distance of Aizawl from Tamdil Lake: 100 km.
8. Salvation Army Temple
The Salvation Army Temple is an integral part of Aizawl as it does a lot for Aizawl’s community. If you want to witness how this evangelic church conducts its operations towards bettering the population in Mizoram, you should visit the church. You can also provide some donations to the Salvation Army if you want to contribute something to society.
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You will get to learn about the history of the church in detail by visiting the church. You will learn a lot by talking to the volunteers working for the organization.
Distance of Aizawl from Salvation Army Temple: 650 m.
9. Durtlang Hills
Durtlang Hills is another viewpoint located quite close to Aizawl, where you will be able to get the panoramic view of the entire city quite clearly. As the hill is quite high, reaching its top will be difficult for you if you are not physically fit. But if you are an adventure-seeker, you will have a majestic time scaling the hill after overcoming the rough terrain.
This hill is pretty popular among tourists. So be prepared to witness a large crowd when you reach the top of Durtlang Hills.
Distance of Aizawl from Durtlang Hills: 7.8 km.
10. Mizoram State Museum
To complete this list, we have included the Mizoram State Museum. Even though this museum is nothing spectacular, it must still be visited by tourists if they want to know about the history, culture, and tradition of the state. As the museum is located at the heart of Aizawl, you will have no problem finding it.
You will get to see the archeological remains of Mizoram and the photographs of different critical historical events of the state.
Distance of Aizawl to Mizoram State Museum: 1 km.
All the places included in this blog are quite beautiful and essential to Aizawl. If you genuinely want to know about Aizawl, you will have to visit the sites mentioned above.
