MIZORAM

MIZORAM

FACTS & FIGURES Area 21,081 sq. km Religion Hinduism, Buddhism and Judaism Maximum Temperature 29°C Minimum Temperature 10°C Capital Aizawl Languages Mizo, English Best time to visit September to April

INTRODUCTION

Mizoram is a state with one of the highest literacy rates in India. Situated on the extreme south of the northeastern India, it is a land of unending natural beauty with a variety of flora and fauna. The word Mizo means highlanders.

LOCATION

Mizoram shares its boundary with two neighboring countries: Myanmar on its east and south and Bangladesh on its west, apart from the tiny state of Tripura. The northern border of Mizoram is shared by two neighboring states, Assam and Manipur.

The state is covered from north to south by high mountains that measure approximately 2000 meters high. The highest mountain peak of the state is the majestic Blue Mountain that reaches to a height of 2165 meters. A number of important rivers flow through the state include the Sonai, Tlwanag, Kolodine and Kamaphuli.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

The climate of the state is characterized by a warm and humid feeling. As the tropic of cancer runs through the state, the climate is temperate but pleasant. The monsoon brings heavy rains to Mizoram.