Champhai, a quaint little town in Mizoram, is 192 km from Aizawl. With scenic hills, picturesque views and local folklore, it is the perfect place for a romantic getaway. But Champhai is also fast becoming the fruit hub of Mizoram. Let’s look at this beautiful journey to Champhai.
Champhai has earned the nickname “Rice Bowl of Mizoram” due to its extensive rice fields, which are a major attraction. Recently, the cultivation of passion fruit, grapes, and kiwi, introduced a year or two ago, has transformed it into the fruit bowl of Mizoram.
Highlights include:
Rih Dil: Heart-shaped lake with significance for Mizoram’s population due to emotional and cultural reasons. Tourists are able to see the picturesque view of the lake.
Mualnum: This location looks fantastic when the weather is rainy; however, its attractiveness does not change throughout the year.
Vineyards: Good-looking gardens with a renowned winery.
Lost City Wangchhia: This natural heritage is located in Khaubung village, with 171 carved stones dating back centuries ago.
Mura Puk Caves: Six caves connected to local myths located 10 kilometers from Champhai, having some connection to a well-known romantic story.
Lianchiari Lunglen Tlang: Rock with wonderful scenery situated in Dungtlang village 56 kilometers from Champhai; related to a romantic story of Lianchiari and Chanwphianga.
Getting to Champhai:
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By Air: The nearest airport to Aizawl is Lengpui. You can also take flights from Kolkata and Guwahati.
By Rail: The nearest railway station to Champhai is Bairabi or Silchar. It takes approximately 12 hours to reach the city from these stations.
By Road: There are numerous buses available from Aizawl to Champhai. You can reach Champhai by road in 8 hours from Aizawl.