Mizoram
Mizoram, or the land of Mizos (highlanders), has international boundaries with Myanmar and Bangladesh while it shares its domestic borders with the states of Assam, Manipur and Tripura. The Tropic of Cancer runs through the heart of Mizoram, and hence, it has a pleasantly temperate climate throughout the year. A land of steep hills and deep gorges, Mizoram's highest peak 'The Blue Mountain' rises to a height of 2165 metres. Important rivers that flow through this hilly state are Tlawang, Sonai, Tuivawl, Kolodine and Kamaphuli.
Cities - Aizwal:
Aizwal, the scenic capital of Mizoram, its surrounding areas and the rest of the state have been developed to meet the influx of domestic and foreign tourists. Aizawl, located at nearly 4,000 feet above sea -level, is a religious and cultural centre of the Mizos. Champai, Tamdil, Vantawng fall and Thenzawl are some of the other important tourist centres in this state.
Philpul grave:
Philpul grave consists of two graves to which visitors are attracted because of the legends linked with them.
Shopping - Bara Bazaar:
Bara Bazaar is the main shopping center in Aizawl. All handicrafts and handloom items are available here. The other shopping centers are State Government and Handloom Emporium, Ritz Market, Burma Lane, Bazaar Bungkawn, Thakthing Bazaar, New market and Solomon cave.
