Mizoram: Reiek Hill in Aizawl

The plains of Bangladesh can be seen from the top of this hill. Resting at an elevation of of 1548 metres overlooking Aizawl, Reiek is a mountain and tourist spot 29 km from Aizawl, Mizoram, India.

Few interesting facts about Reiek Hill in Aizawl

#1. Reiek has a typical Mizo village consisting of distinctive traditional huts of the different Mizo sub-tribes, Mizo chieftain's house, a bachelor's dormitory and that of a widow has been created and maintained by Tourism Department of Mizoram.

#2. Anthurium Festival is a festival promoting Anthurium grown in Mizoram and the rich Mizo customs and traditions at Reiek Tlang to tourists.

#3. The forests in Reiek hills are home to a fascinating variety of hill birds, including the rare Peregrine falcon.

#4. Environment & Forest Department has encouraged tourists to inform the local community before trekking in the forest of Reiek.

#5. Reiek Tlang can be visited any time of the year.

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