Aizawl is the capital of the state of Mizoram in north east India. City is located in 1132 meters above sea level. Aizwal is bodered with Tlawng river valley to its west and the Tuirial river valley to its east.The major tourist attractions in Aizawl are Vantawng Water Falls, Palak Lake, Phawngui, Champhai, Lunglei, Mizoram State Museum, Pukzing Cave, Tamdil Lake, Bora Bazar, Weaving Centre, Luangmual Handicrafts Centre and few more. It is a attractive and bustling 112 years old city set on ridges of steep hills. It is aril inked by daily flights from Kolkata and Guwahati.
Major Tourist Attractions in Aizwal
Vantawng Waterfalls :
Vantawng Waterfalls is situated 137 kms from Aizawl. This waterfall is recognized as the largest waterfalls of Mizoram, fall from a height of 750 ft. Vantawng waterfalls situated nearly Thenzawl hill station. The aesthetic beauty of the cliff with the plunging waterfall lures tourists who frequently visit the region.
Palak Lake:
Palak Dil or Palak Lake is the largest natural lake in Mizoram and is located near Phura village which is about 391 kms to the south of Aizawl. Palak Lake is situated inside the Palak Wildlife Sanctuary. The area around Palak Lake is being developed as a tourist resort with water sports facility
Mizoram State Museum:
Mizoram State Museum situated in the heart of the town, houses numerous items that expose the cultural heritage of the state. Museum is established in 1977. It has an fascinating collection of historical relics, ancient costumes and traditional equipments.
Pukzing cave
Pukzing cave is the largest and biggest cave in Mizoram which is situated near Marpara in the western hills.Pukzing cave which have a depth of 25m inside.Cave was carved out of the hills with the facilitate of only a hair pin by a very strong man called Mualzavata