Aizawl is just north of the Tropic of Cancer in the northern part of Mizoram. It is situated on a ridge 1132 metres (3715 feet) above sea level, with the Tlawng River valley to its west and the Tuirial River valley to its east. In  summer the temperature ranges from 20-30 degrees Celsius, and in the winter 11-21 degrees Celsius. Aizawl has a mild and very pleasant climate. It is generally cool in summer and not very cold in winter.

Although it may lack a snowy Himalayan backdrop, it has something of the feel of a Himalayan hill station. It is generally cool during  summer  with temperatures ranging from 20 to 30°C and heavy rains during the months of May to September. Winter temperatures range from 10 to 20°C. Fog is common in this place, and the first rays of the sun drive it away to make way for the mountain peaks-a sight that often attracts many tourists.

Taxis are the only available option to explore Aizaw's surrounding sights. You can rent one or share it with other people. Feast your eyes on the beauty of nature and tribal lives of simple rural folk.

• Dampa : 133km Kolasib : 142km
• Vantawng : 142km
• Champhai : 192km
• Lunglei : 235km
• Phawngpui: 300km Saiha : 388km

Visitors to Aizawl city usually take bus from Silchar via National Highway No. 44. Most of the private buses operating on the Aizawl-Silchar route run overnight, except for Mizoram State Transport's buses that run during the day.

Nearest Railhead is Silchar (Assam) which is 180 km. Buses take 8 hrs and light vehicles 6 hrs

Alliance Air operates flight from Calcutta - Aizawl - Imphal - Aizawl thrice a week. These  flights are operated on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Indian Airlines flight is also available from Calcutta - Aizawl daily and Aizawl - Guwahati thrice a week.

Mizoram is known for its jhum crops and the people of the region celebrate the festivals related to it with traditional gay and pomp. In the months of February to March the clearing of the jungles to make way for sowing is celebrated through the festival of Chapchar Kut. The harvest festival is celebrated during the month of December and is called Pawl Kut. Another festival, Mim Kut, is celebrated after the maize harvest in September in honour of the departed souls. The birth of Christ, and New Year Day are also major festivals. The Mizos are famous for their Bamboo dance. Cheraw, Chheih Lam, Solakar or Sarlamkai are other famous dances.

Aizawl is inhabited mainly by the Mizo tribal people, who have a distinctive culture of their own. Being the largest city in the state, and the head quarter of Aizawl District, it is also a political, religious and cultural hub of the Mizo people. The Mizo code of ethics or Dharma moved around "Tlawmngaihna", an untranslatable term meaning on the part of everyone to be hospitable, kind, unselfish and helpful to others.

Vantawng: 137 kms from Aizawl are the largest and most magnificent falls in Mizoram.The Vantawng Falls  is surrounded by a lush forest teeming with bamboo groves. This is a place of awe- inspiring beauty.

The food habits here are very basic. Most of the food is cooked in less oil, if none at all. Bamboo is an important ingredient in all Mizo food. Most people are non-vegetarians here and fish and meat are a part of almost every meal.

Mizoram State Museum: This museum is situated at Mc Donald Hill in the town centre. Open from  Monday - Friday from 9:00 A.M to 5 PM. Saturday 9 AM to 1 PM. Though small, it has an interesting collection of historical relics, ancient costumes and traditional implements.
 Durtlang Hills: These beautiful, craggy hills offer a good view of Aizawl.

Murlen National Park Situated about 245 kms. east of Aizawl, this Park lies close to the Indo-Myanmar border. It accommodates Tigers, Chamber Deer, Himalayan Bear, Barking Deer, Serow and many varieties of birds and orchids.

Tamdil Lake: It is a natural beautiful lake, 85 kms. from Aizawl near Saitual village in the midst of cool, virgin forest offering an ideal picnic spot for tourists. It has boating facilities for the tourists.

Paddy, maize, mustard, sugarcane, sesame and potatoes are the other prominent crops grown in this area.

Light cottons for summer and woollens for winter. Even in summer, the evenings tend to be cool .So do carry a light wrap with you. Carry your own bed sheets and pillow covers if you are staying in a hotel to maintain your own standards of cleanliness. Always make sure to drink Mineral water.

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There is plenty to do when you visit Mizoram ,and one of the exciting things to do is to explore nearby places of tourist interest. Bung and Paikhai, Vantawang, Tamdil, Saiha, Phawngpuri,Champhai are the important places to visit which comes under to things must do.