Baktawng

Baktawng, some 70 km from Aizawl, is home the "world’s largest existing family.” The head of the family PuZiona is known for holding a world record by having with 39 wives, 94 children, 14 daughters-in-law and 33 grand children and counting. 

Ziona featured in Ripley's “Believe It or Not”among top 11 strangest stories for the year 2011 and in 2013. This has turned Baktawng into a major attraction both for tourists and the international media. A chat with 73-year-old PuZiona, who is healthy and plans to marry more, will surely be a unique experience!