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How To Reach Mao Town

Senapati, Manipur, India
Mao Town, often referred to as Mao Gate, is a bustling hill station located on the border between Manipur and Nagaland. Known for its breathtaking scenic beauty and cool climate, it serves as the commercial and cultural gateway for travelers entering the state from the north. The town is primarily inhabited by the Mao Naga tribe, who are renowned for their expertise in terrace cultivation and their vibrant market culture. The Mao Market is a major highlight, where you can find fresh organic produce, wild orchids, and traditional Naga handicrafts. The town is situated at a high altitude, which means it remains pleasantly cool even when the valleys are warm. Historically, Mao has been a strategic point on the ancient trade routes and was a significant location during World War II. Visitors often stop here to experience the unique blend of Manipuri and Naga cultures. The town is surrounded by terraced fields that look like giant green stairs carved into the mountainside. It is also the jumping-off point for treks to the famous Dzüko Valley. Life in Mao is slow-paced and traditional, with stone-paved paths and wooden houses that reflect the architectural heritage of the hills. Whether you are a foodie looking for smoked meats and spicy chutneys or a nature lover seeking misty mountains, Mao Town offers a perfect mountain retreat. :

How to Reach

By

Air:

Fly

to

Imphal

(IMF)

and

take

a

shared

Sumo

from

the

North-KOC

stand.



It

takes

about

2.

5

hours.



By

Train:

Arrive

at

Dimapur;

Mao

is

only

2

hours

away

by

road

from

Dimapur.



By

Road:

It

is

located

directly

on

NH-2.



Regular

bus

services

from

Guwahati,

Kohima,

and

Imphal

pass

through

Mao.



By

Local

Transport:

Within

the

town,

walking

is

the

best

way

to

explore,

but

local

taxis

are

available

for

nearby

villages

for

INR

200-400.



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