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Arunachal Pradesh

If you are looking out for a fun-filled family vacation with your loved ones and want to explore the northeast? Then Arunachal Pradesh is the perfect destination for you that has something to offer to people of all ages. When in Arunachal Pradesh, be ready to get lost in the mesmerizing natural landscapes and breathtaking views that can be an excellent treat to your eyes. If you are bored with your monotonous life and want to drench your soul in the water of wellness and serenity, then call your travel agent and book your tour package to Arunachal Pradesh without any further delay.

Northeast is always known for its natural landscapes and serene views. But at the same time, its tourism is quite weak. Recently, initiatives are being taken to develop the tourism industry of the northeast so that visitors can witness the places and gather some unforgettable experiences. The cuisine of the northeast is also worth mentioning. The dishes are mostly boiled and prepared with less oil or spice which helps in the maintenance of good, glowing skin and also keeps the abdomen in relaxing mode. Thus, tourists visiting the northeast must try out some of the famous northeast cuisines and tickle their taste buds for a refreshing experience. While exploring the northeast, tourists are advised to start from Arunachal Pradesh.

About Arunachal Pradesh - An Overview

The meaning of Arunachal Pradesh is “Land of Dawn-Lit Mountains”. It is a state of northeastern India that shares its borders with Assam and Nagaland in the south. Its international borders are Bhutan (in the west), Myanmar (in the east), and China (in the north). The border with China is a disrupted one at the McMahon Line. In terms of area, Arunachal Pradesh is considered to be the largest out of the northeastern states. Its capital city is called Itanagar.

Places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh
Tawang

Situated at a distance of approximately 448 km from the capital city Itanagar, Tawang is one of the most popular tourist spots in Arunachal Pradesh. The Tawang Monastery, founded by the Mera Lama Lodre Gyatso, is considered to be the largest Buddhist monastery in India. Also, it holds the record of being the largest Buddhist Monastery in the World outside of Lhasa, Tibet. This place holds great religious significance because it is the birthplace of the sixth Dalai Lama.

Tawang and snowfall

This area of Arunachal Pradesh receives heavy snowfall every year that starts in December and continues up to January. Thus, visitors are advised not to book their tour packages during this time of the year. Moreover, tourists who want to visit Arunachal Pradesh need to obtain a special Inner Line Permit (ILP) issued by the government of state. Tourists can enquire about the passes in offices based in Kolkata, Guwahati, Tezpur, and New Delhi. The journey to Tawang from the plains is on a steep hill road journey, crossing Sela Pass.

Sela Pass is a mountain pass located on the border between the Tawang and West Kameng districts, having an elevation of 4170 m. This pass is known to be the connecting link between Tawang and Dirang. There is a lake called Sela Lake nearby this Pass which is believed to be sacred in Tibetan Buddhism. This pass generally remains open throughout the year because this area doesn’t receive heavy snowfall but the roads sometimes may face disruption due to landslides or snow.

Ziro Valley

This small town of Arunachal Pradesh has registered itself on the Tentative List for UNESCO’s World Heritage Site for the Apatani cultural landscape. The Apatani tribe inhabiting this region is famous across the World for practicing ecologically sustainable existential sustenance. Therefore, tourists visit Ziro Valley for its mesmerizing beauty and to explore the culture and tradition of the Apatani tribe.

Bomdila

Bomdila is another small town at the heart of Arunachal Pradesh which is famous for its rich diversity of flora and fauna. The Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary near Bomdila is one of the most popular tourist spots in this region. It is considered to be a halt station for people traveling to Tawang. This town also offers breathtaking views of Kangto and Gorichen Peaks which are the highest peaks in the state. Some of the most popular tourist spots in Bomdila include GRL Buddhist Monastery, the Guru Rinpoche statue, and the Buddha Park.

To have a view of the whole town and enjoy it, tourists can go to the New Bomdila helipad. Besides, apple orchards and orchid farms that are grown attract tourists to a great extent and are, therefore, places of interest. Moreover, this town is home to the historical 17th century Lhagyala Monastery located at the Morshing village.

Madhuri Lake

The Sangestar Tso, popularly known as the Madhuri Lake, is located near the Indo-China border at an elevation of above 3,708 m. Tourists can visit this lake on their way from Tawang to Bum La Pass in Tawang. However, a special permit is required for the tourists to visit this place that can be requested at the Office of the Deputy Commissioner in Tawang district.

It is known as the Madhuri Lake because the lake was featured in a Madhuri Dixit dance sequence for a superhit Bollywood movie.

National Parks in Arunachal Pradesh

There are mainly two National Parks and eight Wildlife Sanctuaries in Arunachal Pradesh. The National Parks are Mouling National Park and Namdapha National Park. The Mouling National Park came into effect in the year 1968 and is named after Mouling Peak. Tourists who love adventurous trips can visit this National Park for a thrilling ride on an elephant’s back or the jeep across the forest to witness the rich abundance of flora and fauna. The best time to visit this National Park is between November to February.

Namdapha National Park is having the perfect blend of tropical moist forest and montane forest. It was declared a Wildlife Sanctuary in the year 1972 and then a Tiger Reserve a few years later (1983). Due to a wide range of vegetation, different animal species such as Common Leopards, Snow Leopards, Clouded Leopards, and Red Pandas are found here.

The cuisine of Arunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh is quite rich in tradition and culture and food forms an essential part of the maintenance of the same. The most interesting fact about the food of Arunachal Pradesh is that the dishes prepared here are different from tribe to tribe. Here is a list of some of the amazing cuisines of Arunachal Pradesh that tourists cannot miss trying out.

  • Rice is the staple food of Arunachal Pradesh and here like to cook their rice in hollow bamboo over some hot coal that adds a smoky flavor to the rice.
  • Not only in Arunachal Pradesh but the bamboo shoot is being consumed in all northeastern states. Bamboo shoot is popular here due to its rich and delicate flavor and is used in dishes of boiled vegetables, cooked meat, pickles as well as chutneys.
  • Pika pila is a famous type of pickle prepared by the people of Arunachal Pradesh, especially by the Apatani tribe. This pickle is prepared by mixing bamboo shoots with some amount of pork fat with a little addition of King Chilly.
  • Pehak is a side dish delicacy of Arunachal Pradesh, Pehak is spicy chutney prepared from fermented soya bean and chilli. The main ingredient of this pickle is the King of chilly which contributes to being Pehak hot and extremely spicy. It is advisable to consume this pickle with the taste of flavored rice to create a mouth-watering dish.
Best time to visit Arunachal Pradesh

The best time to visit Arunachal Pradesh is October and April because these are the best winter and spring months for the state.