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ITANAGAR

The state capital of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar is covered it the misty hues of snow-hills of Himalayas. The centuries old heritage and culture of the city is still unblemished, diffusing the same aroma. Named after Ita Fort (fort of bricks), known for its mysteries built during the 15th century, the city’s lives with the socio-cultural diversity at its best. The soothing weather transforms this place into a pleasant place to visit, be it with family or solo. Dotted with Buddha Vihar and Ganga Lake which adds to the city’s tourism significance, Itanagar offers delightful reasons to visit and explore its natural beauty and pure ambiance.

PLACE TO VISIT

Ganga Lake, Namdapha National Park, Itanagar Wildlife Sanctuary, Ita Fort, Rupa, Gompa Buddhist Temple, Jawaharlal Nehru State Museum, India Gandhi Park, Polo Park, Craft Center and Emporium, Biological Park

ZIRO

Calm weather, air mixed with tranquility, land covered with green velvety carpet, hills encircling, Ziro is a tribal area known for Apatani tribe. The mountain-scape of this small town makes it Instagram worthy. The natural magnificence of Ziro can magnetize anyone and can leave thrilled for a while. Shortlisted as UNESCO World Heritage Site, the town is located at around 1500 m above the sea level. The mystical Ziro Valley is perhaps among the most picturesque valleys of the country, loaded with wildlife, bamboo groves and rice fields. Ziro Music Festival invites people from far off where the town showcases its unique culture, cuisine, music and hospitality.

PLACE TO VISIT

Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Meghna Cave Temple, Kile Pakho, Midey, Dolo Mando, Hapoli, Dilopolyang Maniipolyang, Pine Grove, Tarin Fish Farm, Bamboo Grove

TAWANG

To the east side of Bhutan, lies Tawang at an elevation of around 3,048 meters. Buddhist prayer flags waving in the air, enchanting sounds coming from the monasteries, smiling faces of monks, Tawang is famous for its unparalleled beauty. The foggy, cloudy surroundings, green spiral topography attracts everyone to stand and pause for a click. This enthralling hill station offers lesser-visited trekking paths surrounded by rhododendrons. Home to famous Tawang Monastery which dates back to 1681, the town is soaked in Buddhist traditions. Tawang Chu River and Chong-Chung Mi Ranges add a lot to the natural beauty of the hill station.

PLACE TO VISIT

Sela Pass, Bumla Pass, Tawang Monastery, Nuranang Falls, Madhuri Lake, Gorichen Peak, Tawang War Memorial, Jaswantgarh, PT Tso Lake, Gorsam Chorten, Eagle Nest Wildlife Sanctuary, Nagula Lake, Gyangong Ani Gompa, Handicraft Center, Urgelling Gompa, Banga Jang Lake, Bap Teng Kang Waterfall

PASIGHAT

Founded as a gateway for means of administration in 1911AD by the British Raj, this gateway of Arunachal Pradesh is based by the shores of Siong River. A paradise for photographers, this place is rich in natural elegance making it a wonderful place to visit on vacation. The place was earlier inhabited by Minyong and Pasi communities and can be still found living in and around the village. The village still holds its ancient charm and its indigenous culture. The soothing waterfall and mountain peaks add a lot to the virgin beauty of this place. Thick forests make it look like a landscape painted green.

PLACE TO VISIT

Daying Ering Wildlife Sanctuary, Sirki Waterfall, Dr D Ering Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary

MANAS NATIONAL PARK

This UNESCO World Heritage Site, established in 1990, is an elephant reserve, a biosphere reserve and a tiger reserve. Known for the wild water buffalo population, the sanctuary was formed on October 1st, 1928 whereas the biosphere came into existence in 1973. In the core of the park, Pagrang village is located while the park is surrounded by around 56 villages. Based on the sloppy foothills of Himalayas, the vegetation and biodiversity of the park are flourished by its main river, Manas River which is a major tributary of Brahmaputra River. This park is a natural habitat to several endangered wildlife.

WHAT YOU SEE

With more than 380 species of birds, 3 species of amphibians, 50 species of reptiles

DAPORIJO

Dapo means ‘protection/barrier’ (also evil spirit) and Rijo translates to ‘the valley’. This village is based around rainforests, bamboo trees and paddy fields. Located at around 300meters above the sea level, Daporjio lies on the way Along from Ziro. The tributary river of Brahmaputra, Subansiri flows through the village adding to its beauty. Several tribes live here such as Hilmiri, Galo nad Tagin (known for unique traditions and religious cultures) as well as Mishmi, a tribe which is among the oldest and said to have been in existence since the times of Mahabharata. At several places, one will get to see suspension bamboo bridges.

PLACE TO VISIT

Meghna Cave Temple, Kamala Reserve Forest, Daporijo Good Shepherd Church, Daporijo Museum and Craft Center, Sigem Daporijo Reserve Forest

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