12th South Asian Games

12th South Asian Games

12th South Asian Games

The most exciting sports extravaganza of South-Asian Countries kind of South-Asian Olympics,is on the way and this time it landed on none other than the Northeast India.The event scheduled to begin from 5th Feb to 16th Feb’2016  with 8 countries,23 events and 2700 athletes and will be hosted jointly by Guwahati and Shillong,the state capital city of Assam and Meghalaya respectively.Out of these 23 events,16 will be held in Guwahati and 7 at Shillong.
Certainly a great boost to Northeast India,as this step will ensure NE India’s space in International arena..And we the Northeastern will be able to showcase our Culture,tradition and heritage to the entire world..The Opening Ceremony is scheduled to be held on 5th Feb at Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium,Guwahati and on 6th Feb at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium,Shillong.

For the third time SA Games are being organized in India,earlier being in Kolkata(1987) and Chennai(1997) and starting 5th Feb onwards for 10 days it will be the colorful mixture of Sports,Tradition,Culture and much more…and these 10 days will go down in history a some of the most cherished moments for NE India and its people.. -)

The Logo of 12th SA Games has  8 petals representing the 8 nations,with Orchid flower and Gamosa in the middle as a symbol of Assamese Culture and Tradition used to welcome Guest

12th South Asian Games Logo

12th South Asian Games Logo

The Mascot is known as “Tikhor”-A Baby Rhino symbolizing the pride of Assam,he is sharp,naughty,playful,modern and energetic and  carries the message of Peace, Progress, and Prosperity in the South Asian region.

Tikhor-The Mascot

Tikhor-The Mascot

And the motto of 12th South Asian Games is “Play for Peace,Progress and Prosperity

Honorable Prime Minister of India “Shri Narendra Modi” will officially inaugurate the 12th South-Asian Games..So,come and be a part of the spectacular sporting extravaganza.

 

For More details Kindly Visit- South Asian Games 2016

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Elephant Falls-Shillong

Elephant FallsElephant Falls

When the British People came to Shillong and Saw this Fall they named it as “Elephant Falls” because on the left side of the fall there was a rock that resembled like the Elephant but the rock was destroyed by the earthquake in 1897.

Landscapes…On the Way to Cherrapunji

Shillong to Cherrapunji provides quiet natural and beautiful views to our eyes..They are very refreshing indeed

On The Way

The Roads to Cherrapunji are always covered with rains and fogs..And it kind of like Zero Visibility,Make sure to carry Warm Clothes no matter when you are visiting Cherrapunji..

Fogs and Rain all the Way

 

Flowers…They Make you Smile

Flowers are restful to look at. They have neither emotions nor conflicts.-Sigmund Freud

A true thought,you just don’t get bored looking at Flowers..They are everywhere,in every shape,size and color..They just make add another dimension to this beautiful world…Isn’t it?

 

Pink Flower

The above picture was taken when we were about to reach Cherrapunji…The flower with the Rain Drops looks so magnificent.

 

Wild Flower

A kind of wild flower..On our way back from Cherrapunji..Locals said that these Flowers serves as one kind of eateries…Though wild they still deserve a second look.. 🙂

 

 

 

 

 

 

I-Day Trip-Shillong

India celebrated its 69th Independence Day yesterday..Me and 3 of my friends also took part in the flag hoisting ceremony in Guwahati which was undertaken by the Chief Minister of Assam..

After the flag hoisting ceremony was over,it was a long day for us..So we decided to head on to “Scotland of the East”-Shillong.

4 friends and two bike and a trip to remember…

On the Way to Shillong

On the Way to Shillong

On the Way to Shillong-It is about 100kms from Guwahati and while driving you will feel the Nature so close to you..

Our Rides

Our Rides

Our Handsome Ride..Just an amazing ride it was

Greenery all Around

Greenery all Around

I have been to Shillong before but Bike trip was something different,it was like feeling the nature so close..Shillong not only has a happening life but also an environment friendly life..The Air is so pure with the Greenery all around,you just don’t want to leave Shillong.. 🙂

Barapani

To Barapani

Umiam Lake(Barapani) is a great place to halt before reaching Shillong,A great place to hang out with facilities like Boating and if you plan to stay in Barapani then try The Orchid Lake Resort…

Umiam Lake(Barapani)

Umiam Lake(Barapani)

And Shillong is yet to Come.. 🙂

 

North East India-Mizoram

It’s been a long time and I am still in Meghalaya.So in this  post lets get out of Meghalaya and look for other visual treat in Mizoram,another NE state know as the land of rolling hills, valleys, rivers and lakes.

Mizoram has lot more to offer for the nature lovers,the land of hill people(Mizo People).The Capital City of Mizoram is Aizawl and the main important centre in Mizoram.The Official language is Mizo but English and Hindi is also widely spoken.Mizoram a well connected by Rail,Roads and Air.It is at a distance of around 490ms from Guwahati and 390kms from Shillong.

There is a lot more to see in MIzoram rather than describing them in words though I will cover the important tourist places of MIzoram,it is not limited to only the ones covered in the post.So lets visit Mizoram.

1.Aizawl:-The capital city of Mizoram,situated at about 1132 meters above sea level. It is a beautiful and bustling 112 years old city set on ridges of steep hills.At an altitude of 4,000 ft above sea level,the highlighting characteristics of the region is timber houses positioned between profusion of flowers.
The Main attractions in Aizawl includes the State Museum on Mcdonald Hill known as Zarkawt,Bara Bazar the main shopping center of Aizawl in Dawrpui Veng locality,Reiek a tourist resort,Durtlang Hills,Hmuifang a mountain,Berawtlang Tourist Complex,Baktawng Village,

Aizawl City

Aizawl City

Reiek

Reiek

Solomon Temple

Solomon Temple

Durtlang Hill

Durtlang Hill

Humifang Resort

Humifang Resort

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.Tam Dil:-Situated at a distance of 85 kms from Aizawl,it is a tranquil lake. Choose to pedal a boat through the placid waters or just relax. The nearby jungle has a plethora of flora and fauna.This is also a fish farm and serves as a picnic spot.

Tam Dil

Tam Dil

 

 

 

 

 

3.Champhai:- Champhai,a bustling commercial town at the Indo-Myanmar border,is a beautiful place that offers plenty to tourist attraction.Storehouse of of ancient relics, monuments and memorials connected with legends and folklores this town is situated at a distance of about 192  kms from Aizawl also known as ‘Fruit and Rice  Bowl Of Mizoram’ because of the enormous production of Rice and Grapes and the town has many Vineyards,Orchids,Rice fields etc

Places to see in Champhai are Murlen National Park,Rih Dil a heart shaped lake,Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary,Palak Wildlife Sanctuary,Lamsial Puk a cave,Mizo Hlakungpui Mual,Thasiama Seno Neihna.

Champhai Rice Fields

Champhai Rice Fields

Vineyards

Vineyards

Thasiama Seno Neihna

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Hlakungpui Mual

LamSial Puk

LamSial Puk

Rih Dil

Rih Dil

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.Lwangtlai:-It comprises of mainly hilly region. However, in the western side of the district there are dense forests.The place has splendid natural beauty in form of exotic landscapes of lush green hills stretching away to the horizon. The important places of interest include:Ngengpui Wildlife Sanctuary,Blue Mountain-It is the highest mountain peak in Mizoram. It is a highly revered peak,Phawngpui.

Phawngpui

Phawngpui

Ngengpui

Ngengpui

 

 

 

 

 

5.Sibuta Lung:-Sibuta Lung is a memorial stone found at Tachhip village, 20 Km from Aizawl town. Sibuta Lung was raised by a Palian chief about 300 years ago. The memorial Sibuta Lung offer a story of jilted love and lust for revenge.

SIbuta Lung

SIbuta Lung

 

 

 

 

 

6.Thenzawl:-A census town located in the middle of Mizoram,important for Mizo Traditional handloom Industry and a beautiful town located 45 kms from Aizawl.The main attractions here are Vantawng Falls-13th Highest fall in India,Chawngchilhi Puk,Tuirihiaua waterfall,Thenzawl Deer Park.

Chawngchilhi

Chawngchilhi

Vantawng Water Falls

Vantawng Water Falls

 

 

 

 

 

7.Lunglei:-The second largest town after Aizawl located 165 kms from Aizawl.It is also know a ‘bridge of Rock’ because of the bridge like rock found in the riverine area around Nghasih – a small tributary of the river Tlawng.Places to visit here includes Zobawk Sports Academy,Khawnglung Wildlife Sanctuary,Saikuti Hall,Kawmzawl Park,Thuamluaia Mual.

Khawnglung

Khawnglung

Saikuti Hall

Saikuti Hall

 

 

 

 

 

Best time to visit Mizoram is between October to March and the climate is mild, comfortable in summer and never freezing during winter,So you can enjoy Mizoram throughout the year.And when you are in Mizoram do give Zawlaidi,a Mizo Wine a try.

The Best way to get Mizoram is by Road from Guwahati or Shillong as the journey will let you through many exhilarating sceneries.It is also well connected by Rail and Airways also with being the nearest Railways Station in Silchar,Assam and from there it takes about 6-7 hours to Aizawl and Lunglei has an Airport,which is well connected with Kolkata and Guwahati.

As for permit requirement to visit Mizoram,Indian tourists need an Inner Line Permit. This is available from any Mizoram House.It’s also available at Lenpui Airport,for tourists arriving by flight.For Foreign Tourist a Restricted Area Permit (RAP),and must travel in groups of four or more people,or a married couple.They’ll only be allowed to stay for 10 days,and visit limited areas.It’s best to get the RAP from Delhi Mizoram House (Circular Road,Chankyapuri,New Delhi.Ph: +91 11 3016408. +91 11 6440954).

P.S.:-Image Credits goes to the Google and People who uploaded them