Mount Mawma

Mount Mawma is the fifth highest mountain in Mizoram state of north-east India. It is the highest mountain within Mara Autonomous District Council. Situated in the south-eastern part of Mizoram state, it is just 15 kilometers from India's international boundary with Myanmar, formerly Burma.

Below two kilometers of Mount Mawma lies Chakhei, a town where a well furnished guest-house is located. Mount Mawma is 6370 feet (1941.57 metres) above sea level. During winter, Bangladesh plains, as well as many parts of Western Myanmar, are visible.

In the local language, it is known as Maumae Tlah (Mount Maumae).

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