Chin Hills and MT Victoria

The Chin live in western Myanmar, along with the border with India. The most accessible attraction for foreign tourists here is Mt Victoria, also known as Natmataung, which at a height of more than 3000 meters is the perfect place for nature lovers. Soft trekking, butterfly and bird watching tours are available. Another incredible sight is the elderly Chin women with tattooed faces. The practice, which is entirely voluntary, is slowly disappearing, with few younger women willing to undergo the ritual scarring. Handwoven cotton and silk items in traditional Chin designs and colors are also collector’s items. Trips to Chin State are not recommended during the rainy season, from May to October, because of the poor condition of the roads. Accommodation consists of very simple guesthouses so this excursion is suitable only for adventurous clients. Northern Myanmar