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The state offers a feast of flora, wildlife, tribal cultures, and high adventure. It is huge and traveling around its vast and mountainous tract can be arduous. With mountains, swift rivers, diversified wildlife and dense forests makes this region in to a tourist hot spot. With a small population and over 26 indigenous tribes mostly of Tibeto Burman stock makes this region colorful. It is a state of Independent India but was formed on 20th February 1987. Itineraries can be customized to enjoy the full range of the state’s glorious assets to one’s own needs and the limitations of the Inner Line Permits can be easily be arranged by us. 1600 kilometers of its border is shared with three nations. One of the border is with China to the north and north – east with a stretch of nearly 1,080 kilometers. The length of border with Bhutan to the west is approximately160 kilometers and rest with Myanmar to the east with. It stretches from snow - capped mountains in the north to the plains of Brahmaputra valley in the south.
It is one of the richest bio - geographical province of the Himalayan zone with 80percent of the state under forest. Boasting of nearly 450 species of Orchids and has its own exclusive and rare varieties. Tipi houses one of the largest orchidarium in Asia. Some of the cities of the state are Itanagar, Along, Tezu, Ziro, Daporijo, Pasighat, Naharlagun, Tawang, Bomdila, Bhalukpong, and Khonsa. The climatic conditions varying from tropical to Alpine and is enjoyable round the year. Wildlife is varied and diversified; it is the only state which can boast of four major cats i.e. tiger, leopard, and snow leopard and the lesser feline like the golden cat / marbled cat. Anather tourist attraction is the bird nearly 450 species, Namdapha is famous for birding.
The nearest airport is Lilabari in Assam nearly 60 kilometers from Naharlagun and 70 kilometers from Itanagar. The nearest and major airport is Guwahati nearly 430 kilometers from Itanagar and regular government and private vehicles are available for transfer. There are airport at Tezu, Pasighat, Along, Daporijo, Ziro and Lilabari. Among all these Lilabari is the nearest.
The nearest railhead is North Lakhimpur in Assam, which is nearly 55 kilometers from Naharlagun and 60 kilometers from Itanagar. The nearest and major railway station is Guwahati nearly 430 kilometers from Itanagar. The other railway station is Harmuty in Assam nearly 35 kilometers and nearly 55 kilometers is the station called North Lakhimpur. The station is served by Arunachal Express.
It is connected well with other major towns in the region such as Agartala, Aizawl, Kohima, Guwahati, Imphal, and Shillong. Available are all India tourist permit vehicles for the local transportations and also for the transfer to other places of North East Indian cities. Roads are decent and during monsoon the condition deteriorates a bit in National Highway number 52. Itanagar is well connected by daily bus service from Guwahati (430 Kilometers) and the other cities of Assam. It is nearly 494 kilometers from Shillong. Arunachal State Transport buses have regular services throughout Arunachal, Assam and Meghalaya. Private operators also have regular services of Deluxe Coaches on many of the routes connecting cities and tourist hotspots.
It is called the land of dawn lit mountains and is also the biggest town of the state.The beauty of tropical evergreen rain forests meeting the temperate Himalayan jungles can be felt from this town. Vacationing in Itanagar is an adventure - an exciting, enlightening and incredible adventure - reminding traveler again what a wonderful privilege it is to savour the delights of wild beauty at its very best. The Jawaharlal Nehru museum has archaeological finds from Ita Fort to which you can trek up. It can also boast of an interesting collection of arts and crafts, jewellery, textiles and a variety of tribal headgear which gives traveler an insight into the state’s tribal culture. One can try the local brew Apong, a rice beer that’s drunk warm and can also come across the tribal called Nyishi. They have massive knot of hair rolled in a bun and decorated by the feathers of the great hornbill. October to May is the most favorable time of the year to visit Itanagar / Arunachal Pradesh. A number of festivals are celebrated. Losar is the New Year celebration of the Monpas and is celebrated for five days. Reh among Idu Mishimis, Mopin and Tamladu is also celebrated with fun fare. The academicians, tourists, trekkers and nature lovers throng to these places in Itanagar. Itanagar-Ziro-Daporijo- Along -Pashighat is a known tourist circuit.
Airways : The nearest airport is Lilabari in Assam nearly 60 kilometers from Naharlagun and 70 kilometers from Itanagar. The nearest and major airport is Guwahati nearly 430 kilometers from Itanagar and regular government and private vehicles are available for transfer. There are airport at Tezu, Pasighat, Along, Daporijo, Ziro and Lilabari. Among all these Lilabari is the nearest.
Railways : The nearest railhead is North Lakhimpur in Assam, which is nearly 55 kilometers from Naharlagun and 60 kilometers from Itanagar. The nearest and major railway station is Guwahati nearly 430 kilometers from Itanagar. The other railway station is Harmuty in Assam nearly 35 kilometers and nearly 55 kilometers is the station called North Lakhimpur. The station is served by Arunachal Express.
Roadways : It is connected well with other major towns in the region such as Agartala, Aizawl, Kohima, Guwahati, Imphal, and Shillong. Available are all India tourist permit vehicles for the local transportations and also for the transfer to other places of North East Indian cities. Roads are decent and during monsoon the condition deteriorates a bit in National Highway number 52. Itanagar is well connected by daily bus service from Guwahati (430 Kilometers) and the other cities of Assam. It is nearly 494 kilometers from Shillong. Arunachal State Transport buses have regular services throughout Arunachal, Assam and Meghalaya. Private operators also have regular services of Deluxe Coaches on many of the routes connecting cities and tourist hotspots.
Tawang a small town is located north of Bombdila. The journey from Bombdila to Tawang offers the traveler some breathtaking mountainous terrain. Tawang is situated at an elevation of over 3,400 meters and is internationally known for its 400 year old Buddhist monastery. The origin of this monastery can be traced to the middle of 17th century. It is an important Buddhist center of north east India. It is the largest Buddhist Monastery in India, beautifully located on a spur surrounded by snowcapped mountains and is the tourist hotspot. Founded in 1645, this Gelugpa has 500 resident monks. It was also the birth place of the 6th Dalai Lama. There is a magnificent statue of Lord Buddha nearly 8 meter high. There is a library inside the courtyard. It also has an excellent collection thangkas and rare Buddhist manuscripts. The Monastery is situated at an altitude of nearly 3,050 meters above sea level. Sherdukpen, Monpa, Hruso (Aka), Sajalong (Miji), Bugun (Khowa) and Sartang are the main tribes of the district. The road is a scenic and passes through alpine forests with oak, pine and rhododendron trees.The inhabitants of the region are all of Monpa tribes except Shyo village which is dominated by people of Tibetan origin. The two major religious festivals of the Monpas are "Losar" and "Torgya".
Airways : Nearest airport is at Tezpur in Assam.The nearest and major airport is Guwahati nearly 390 kilometers from Itanagar and regular government and private vehicles are available for transfer. Guwahati is well linked up with the rest of India. There are regular flights to Agartala, Bagdogra, Delhi, Dibrugarh, Imphal, Jorhat, Kolkata and Mumbai.
Railways : Nearest Railway Station Rangapara in Assam but the nearest and major railway station is Guwahati nearly 390 kilometers from Itanagar. The other railway station is Harmuty in Assam nearly 23 kilometers from Naharlagun and 33 kilometers from ltanagar. The station is served by Arunachal Express.
Roadways : Nearest Bus stand is Bombdila. From Guwahati or Tezpur, one has to go to Bhalukpong in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh and from there via Bombdila and Sela Pass one can go to Tawang by road. One can reach Tawang from Bombdila or from Tezpur by bus or by private vehicle. Roads are decent and during monsoon the condition deteriorates a bit in National Highway number 52. Itanagar is well connected by daily bus service from Guwahati (430 Kilometers) and the other cities of Assam. Arunachal State Transport buses have regular services throughout Arunachal, Assam and Meghalaya. Private operators also have regular services of Deluxe Coaches on many of the routes connecting cities and tourist hotspots.
The main attractions of place are the Buddhist Monastery and the scenic beauty. Bombdila is the headquarters of West Kameng district. The road from Tezpur is scenic and leads through thick forest. The town is situated at an elevation of nearly 8000 feet and it has panoramic settings of the lofty ranges of the eastern Himalayas. It is an enchanting site to view the brilliant landscape and snow-clad mountains of the Himalayan Ranges. The languages spoken are Monpa, Sherdukpen, Miji, Aka, Hindi, Assamese, and English.The finest season to visit is from September to April and the ideal clothing is heavy woollen for winters and light woollen for summers. It experiences rainfall between July and September. Bombdila is also known for its exquisite craft work. There is a craft center within the town and is known for producing beautiful woolen carpets and traditional masks. Travelers intending to shopping souvenirs can buy the local staff from any of the shops or establishment. Travelers should try traditional Tibetan food like Momos and Thukpa here. Momos are dumpling stuffed with vegetables, chicken or pork. The steamed ones are delicious. Foreign visiting Arunachal Pradesh must obtain a Restricted Area Permit from the Foreigner's Regional Registration Offices in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai or Calcutta. Permits are generally valid for 10 days. These can also be applied from any overseas Indian consulate. Tezpur-Bhalukpong- Bomdila-Tawang is known circuit of the region.
Airways : Nearest airport is Salonibari in Tezpur 160 kilometers from Bombdila, Guwahati 350 kilometers from Bombdila. The nearest major airport is Guwahati nearly 350 kilometers from Itanagar and regular government and private vehicles are available for transfer. Guwahati is well linked up with the rest of India. There are regular flights to Agartala, Bagdogra, Delhi, Dibrugarh, Imphal, Jorhat, Kolkata and Mumbai.
Railways : Nearest railway station is at Rangapara in Assam. The nearest major railway station is Guwahati nearly 350 kilometers from Itanagar. The other railway station is Harmuty in Assam nearly 23 kilometers from Naharlagun and 33 kilometers from ltanagar. The station is served by Arunachal Express.
Roadways : Bombdila is located about 140 kilometers northwest of Tezpur in Assam. Roads are decent and during monsoon the condition deteriorates a bit in National Highway number 52. Itanagar is well connected by daily bus service from Guwahati by a distance of nearly 430 Kilometers. It is also well connected with the other cities of Assam. Arunachal State Transport buses have regular services throughout Arunachal, Assam and Meghalaya. Private operators also have regular services of Deluxe Coaches on many of the routes connecting cities and tourist hotspots.
The Sela Pass is the world's highest motorable high-altitude mountain pass located inTawang District of Arunachal Pradesh state of India. It has an elevation of 4170 m.connects the Buddhist city of Tawang Town toTezpur and Guwahati and is the main road connecting Tawang with the rest of India. Tawang is situated at a distance of 78 km from Sela Pass while Guwahati is at a distance of 340 km.The pass has hardly any vegetation and is usually snow covered to some extent all through the year.During winter temperature in the pass can go down to -10 degrees.
This place is snowed in most of the year and offers excellent and heavenly views all year round. This part of the Eastern Himalayan range is pretty special for the Buddhists as it is believed that about 101 lakes exist in and around Sela pass and each of these lakes has a huge religious significance for the Buddhist community.Very close to the Pass is the beautiful Sela Lake, which could be fully or partially frozen in winter.Some small rivers also flow out of the lake and during grazing season, yaks grazing around the lake.While Sela Pass does get heavy snow in winters, it is usually open throughout the year unless landslides or snow require the pass to be shut down temporarily. Sela Pass is the main route to access Tawang town, and given the proximity of Tawang District with Tibet.
This is one of the most diversified wildlife centers of Arunachal Pradesh and it is the only park in the world which extends over a range of altitudes of nearly 200 meters to 4,500 meters. Margherita- Miao-Namdhapa is one of the famous tourist circuits in the state.
Airways : The nearest and major airport is Guwahati nearly 000 kilometers from Itanagar and regular government and private vehicles are available for transfer. Guwahati is well linked up with the rest of India. There are regular flights to Agartala, Bagdogra, Delhi, Dibrugarh, Imphal, Jorhat, Kolkata and Mumbai .
Railways : The nearest and major railway station is Guwahati nearly 000 kilometers from Namdhapa. The other railway station is Harmuty in Assam nearly 23 kilometers from Naharlagun and 33 kilometers from ltanagar. The station is served by Arunachal Express.
Roadways : Roads are decent and during monsoon the condition deteriorates a bit in National Highway number 52. Namdhapa is well connected by daily bus service from Guwahati and the other cities of Assam. Arunachal State Transport buses have regular services throughout Arunachal, Assam and Meghalaya. Private operators also have regular services of Deluxe Coaches on many of the routes connecting cities and tourist hotspots.
This is one of the most diversified wildlife centers of Arunachal Pradesh and it is the only park in the world which extends over a range of altitudes of nearly 200 meters to 4,500 meters. Margherita- Miao-Namdhapa is one of the famous tourist circuits in the state.
Airways : The nearest and major airport is Guwahati nearly 000 kilometers from Itanagar and regular government and private vehicles are available for transfer. Guwahati is well linked up with the rest of India. There are regular flights to Agartala, Bagdogra, Delhi, Dibrugarh, Imphal, Jorhat, Kolkata and Mumbai .
Railways : The nearest and major railway station is Guwahati nearly 000 kilometers from Namdhapa. The other railway station is Harmuty in Assam nearly 23 kilometers from Naharlagun and 33 kilometers from ltanagar. The station is served by Arunachal Express.
Roadways : Roads are decent and during monsoon the condition deteriorates a bit in National Highway number 52. Namdhapa is well connected by daily bus service from Guwahati and the other cities of Assam. Arunachal State Transport buses have regular services throughout Arunachal, Assam and Meghalaya. Private operators also have regular services of Deluxe Coaches on many of the routes connecting cities and tourist hotspots.
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