Phawngpui National Park, National park in Saiha district, India.
Phawngpui is a national park in Saiha in northeast India with mountainous terrain and a highest point reaching about 2,157 meters. The protected area encompasses different forest types across its slopes and provides habitat for the region's plants and animals.
The Indian government established this protected area in 1992 to preserve native wildlife and maintain the ecological balance of the region. This action was part of broader efforts to protect natural spaces in northeast India.
The local Mizo communities weave the mountain peak into their oral traditions and spiritual practices that remain alive in the region today. This place holds meaning in how they understand nature and express their religious beliefs.
Visitors need a permit from the forest department to enter, and guided tours depart from the town of Saiha between October and March. The best time to visit is during these months when weather is more stable and paths are easier to access.
The dense forests contain numerous species of orchids and medicinal plants that are particularly gathered locally for traditional practices. At the same time, the area shelters rare animals such as gibbons and small forest cats that are hard to find elsewhere.
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