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Christianity plays an important part in the lives of the Mizo people. Their happy countenance and warm hospitality is another aspect of their lively character. They are essentially non vegetarian, their main staple being pork, poultry and rice. They are a close knit community without any bias in matters of religion, race or social status. Music, song and dance are an intrinsic part of the Mizo culture reflected in their inventive dance forms like the Cheraw – Bamboo dance or the Khuallam a dance accompanied to the sound of rhythmic drum beats.

The majority of the Mizo tribes are Christian by faith. The literacy percentage is 88 percent the second highest literacy rate in the country. The people are mainly non-vegetarian and their staple food is rice. The Mizo people are a close knit society with no discrimination on grounds of sex, status or religion. They are hospitable, sociable and love music, singing and dancing. The unique cultural attraction of the state is its "Cheraw" or Bamboo Dance . Khuallam is an interesting dance in colourful profiles to the tune of drums. There are numerous festivals held throughout the year the more famous of which are Chapchar Kut, Mim Kut and Pawl Kut .

Falkawn 18 Kms from Aizawl is a traditional Mizo village where you get a close look at Mizo Culture. We visit this small village and share a customary meal with a local family. Spend time listening to interesting stories and legends about the land and its people and go back with a storehouse of local lore.