It was in 1891 that Mizoram became a part of British India and it only became a state in 1986. The state still has a traditional chieftain ruling system in its villages. Mizoram is spread over 21,087Sqkm and has Aizwal as its capital. It has a predominantly Christian population. It a hilly terrain and as its name denotes consists of highlands. The Tropic of Cancer passes through the state.
Due to its harsh topography and remote location the tourism industry in Mizoram is virtually undeveloped.
Looking at the map of Mizoram one can find some travel destinations in Mizoram like the Buddha's Image (Mualchang village), Lungvandawt which is a tall stone pillar, the mysterious carvings on the stone at Suangpuilawn or monoliths of Tualchang, the highest peak at Phawngpui and various places entwined with mythology and folklore. All this places can be identified in the map of Mizoram. One can find rare flora and fauna of breathtaking beauty in the state.
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