Chin Hills - Murlen National Park, Champhai, Mizoram India

A range of hills in the north-western region of the Myanmar’s Chin State which are further found extending to the west in the Indian State of Mizoram. They are part of the Arakan Yoma, or Arakanese Range comprising of the Chin Hills-Arakan Yoma montane forests eco-region which has a diverse forest areas composed of Pines, Tea and Teaks. The Chin Hills connect with the Mizo Hills in the Indian State of Mizoram and with the Patkai Hills located in the Indian State of Nagaland.

Murlen National Park is a national park located in the Champhai district Mizoram in India. The size of the park area is 200 km2 (77 sq mi). The park is situated about 245 km east of Aizawl, and is close to the Chin Hills. It covers an area of approximately 100 km2. The tropical, semi-evergreeen and sub montane Forests of Murlen are home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. About 15 species of mammals, 150 species of birds, 35 species of Medicinal plants, 2 species of bamboos, and 4 species of orchids so far have been recorded in this Park. At present, 36 people are involved in conservation work of Murlen National Park.