Solomon Temple

Solomon's Temple at Chawnpui in Aizawl (celebrated across modern church architecture as Mizoram's largest cathedral complex, constructed from 1996 to 2017 by Kohhran Thianghlim following a vision received by Dr. L.B. Sailo, world famous for its white Italian Carrara marble cladding, square layout measuring 180 feet on all sides, twelve spires representing the 12 Apostles with the central tower rising 135 feet crowned by a golden cross, sanctuary seating 3,000 worshippers, polished granite floors, 'The Garden of Solomon' parklands, and panoramic mountain views), located in Chawnpui in Aizawl in Mizoram, stands as Mizoram's premier architectural cathedral.

Inspired by the biblical Temple of King Solomon in Jerusalem, the cathedral is the global spiritual headquarters for the Kohhran Thianghlim non denominational Christian community.

It's the home of the four grand entrance porticos representing the four Gospels facing each cardinal direction, the cavernous central worship hall decorated with polished red cedar timber pews and acoustics designed for non amplified choral singing, the expansive marble courtyard where thousands gather for annual Christmas and missionary conferences, the peaceful forested meditation pathways lined with wild pine trees, and an intensely peaceful, deeply spiritual temple atmosphere filled with holy hymns and cool mountain breezes.

It represents a rich Mizoram Christian architecture apex, biblical architectural symbolism, and spiritual pilgrimage tourism where white marble cathedrals, 12 apostolic spires, Chawnpui gardens, and Aizawl city tours unite in Solomon's Temple.

Located in Chawnpui along Temple Road in western Aizawl, it sits 7 km west of Bara Bazar, 28 km from Lengpui Airport (AJL), 10 km from KV Paradise, 12 km from Durtlang Hills, and 24 km from Reiek Peak, easily reached in 15 minutes by local taxi or town bus.

The 12 Spires & Biblical Carrara Marble Architecture

The architectural footprint forms a perfect square with four main facades, each featuring three soaring spires that symbolize the 12 gates of New Jerusalem described in the Book of Revelation.

Clad in over 50,000 square feet of polished white marble imported from Carrara, Italy and Makrana, Rajasthan, the cathedral reflects dazzling silver white brilliance under noon sunshine.

Truth is, standing in the massive white marble courtyard while evening church bells chime across the forested ridges will fill you with deep spiritual peace.

The 3,000 Seat Sanctuary & The Garden of Solomon

Grand Acoustic Nave: The interior sanctuary hall accommodates 3,000 seats beneath soaring barrel vaulted ceilings, featuring polished timber balconies and an elevated marble pulpit.

The Garden of Solomon: Surrounding the marble edifice is a protected forest reserve and flower garden where visitors can walk along peaceful stone trails amidst blossoming hill orchids.

Aizawl Spiritual & Architectural Day Tour Plan

The Aizawl Heritage Tour: Morning visit to Solomon's Temple in Chawnpui (9:00 AM to 11:00 AM: tour marble nave, courtyard & garden of Solomon) -> drive to Mizoram State Museum at Macdonald Hill (11:30 AM to 1:00 PM) -> lunch in central town -> afternoon drive to Durtlang Hills & KV Paradise (2:30 PM to 4:30 PM) -> evening scenic sunset at Durtlang Peak (5:00 PM to 6:30 PM).

Visitor Protocol: The cathedral is an active sacred house of worship; please dress respectfully, remove shoes before entering the inner sanctuary carpets, and maintain silence during service hours.

After marveling at the marble spires of Solomon's Temple, visit Durtlang Hills, tour KV Paradise, or explore Reiek Peak.