Luangmual Handicrafts Centreलुआंगमुआल
Where the khumbeu, the Mizo ceremonial bamboo hat, is made. Watch one woven, then buy one.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereAizawl, Mizoram
North Mizoram
North Mizoram
Kind of placeVillages & Hidden Gems, Museums
Best time to visit15 October to 31 March
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Summer (March to May), Monsoon (June to September)
DifficultyEasy
Height1100 m above sea level
Time needed1 hr
Base and nearbyLuangmual, Aizawl
EntryFree · buy the hat here
About Luangmual Handicrafts Centre
A government craft centre 7 km west of the centre where the khumbeu, the Mizo ceremonial bamboo hat, is still made. The hat is woven from bamboo with a layer of hnahthial leaf inside that keeps rain out, and watching one made explains why it costs what it does. Bamboo and cane furniture, baskets and puan are sold too. Closed Sunday like everything else.
What to see and do
- The khumbeu hat being woven
- Bamboo and cane work
- Puan and other weaving for sale
- Craftsmen at work on weekdays
Part of Patkai, Naga and Mizo Hills.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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