About Aizawl Aizawl is the capital of the Indian state of Mizoram. It is the largest city in the state, with a population of about 300,000. Aizawl is located in the south of Mizoram, on a plateau at an elevation of about 1,000 metres. The city is surrounded by mountains, including Phawngpui, the highest peak in Mizoram. Aizawl is a major commercial and transportation hub in the state and is home to several educational institutions. The city was founded in the late 19th century as a hill station by the British. It became the capital of Mizoram after the state's independence from India in 1971. Aizawl is a popular tourist destination, with several churches and temples in the city. Aizawl is connected to the rest of India by road and air. The city has a small airport, Aizawl Civil Airport, which is located in the southern part of the city. Aizawl is also connected to other parts of Mizoram by road.
