Arunachal Pradesh is one of the most popular tourist destinations well known for its snow-capped mountains, green forests, rare orchids, and sparkling streams. This state is also dotted with beautiful monasteries, wildlife sanctuaries, and ancient temples, which are major factors of Arunachal tourism. With all such tourist attractions of Arunachal Pradesh, you can embark on an incredible journey that you will cherish for a lifetime.
Places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh allure tourists from all over the world. The state caters to the requirements of every kind of traveler. Some famous attractions in Arunachal Pradesh include ancient temples, historical monuments, monasteries, waterfalls, museums, and wildlife sanctuaries.
Arunachal Pradesh is a paradise for adventure enthusiasts as it offers a variety of adventure sports. Some popular sports include trekking, hiking, camping, and rock climbing. Regular treks and adventure expeditions are organized around different destinations in the state. In addition, the sparkling rivers allure people to enjoy activities like angling and rafting.
Different destinations of the state take you through its rich culture and history. Main destinations include Itanagar – the capital city, Tawang, Pasighat, Ziro, and Along.
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Here Are The Best Tourist Places in Arunachal Pradesh
Tawang
Though Itanagar is the capital of Arunachal, Tawang is one of the most visited places in Arunachal Pradesh for tourism purposes. Due to its altitude of 3,048 m, Tawang has soothing summer and chilly winter weather, which attracts tourists from all around the world. Tawang Monastery is the main attraction in Tawang, apart from the abundant natural beauty and lush green landscapes. It is the second biggest and oldest in Asia and is around 400 years old. In addition, many Buddhists visit Tawang as it is the birthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama, Tsangyang Gyatso.
Itanagar
Arunachal Pradesh's capital, Itanagar, is the center of the decade and centuries-old heritage and tribal culture. Surrounded by the snow-capped Himalayas in the north and Brahmaputra river plains in the south, Itanagar is truly a paradise. Nature lovers, history buffs, families, and honeymooners can visit Itanagar as it has so much to see and do. Ita Fort is a significant attraction here, a 15th-century fort along with Ganga Lake, Buddha Vihar, and Itanagar Wildlife Sanctuary. A point to be noted is that the town of Yupia shares its attractions with Itanagar so that you can cover two places simultaneously.
Ziro
Among the best tourist attractions in Arunachal Pradesh is Ziro, which hypnotizes every tourist with its natural charm. Rice fields, rolling hills, quaint villages, and exotic flora and fauna are the main aspects of Ziro tourism. This is a little town where soul seekers, nature lovers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts visit throughout the year. Adventure tourism in Ziro includes jungle camping and trekking. In 2012, with the launch of the renowned 'Ziro Music Festival', Ziro gained recognition as it invited top national and international music bands, folk artists, and music lovers from every corner of the world. It is celebrated in September and is quite the fest you don't want to miss.
Bomdila
Also called "Himalaya's Veranda" due to the majestic Himalayas in the background, Bomdila is a beautiful town in Arunachal Pradesh. Along with offering spellbinding sceneries, a visual treat for the eyes, the town has a pleasant climate welcoming families and honeymooners all year round. Further, due to its thriving apple orchards and The Eagle Nest Wildlife Sanctuary, many wildlife lovers can be seen holidaying in Bomdila. The town also has many Buddhist and Hindu temples. Tourists can indulge in arts and crafts for fun or, if feeling adventurous, can go on a trek or a hike.
Pasighat
Pasighat is the "Gateway to Arunachal Pradesh". Housing river Brahmaputra transcending down from Tibet, Pasighat is a delight for peace and adventure seekers. This unique blend makes Pasighat one of the best Arunachal tourist places. The magnificent natural landscapes are enough to enjoy a holiday in Pasighat. However, this place offers thrilling activities like whitewater rafting, boating, and angling. In 1911 A.D., the British founded Pasighat as a gateway to the Abor Hills and the north area. Pasi and Minyoing communities were the primary settlements that still live in and around Pasighat. So, you can interact with them to learn about this place's history.
Bhalukpong
Similar to other tourist places in Arunachal Pradesh, Bhalukpong has abundant natural beauty. Bhalukpong tourism mainly offers a memorable experience of wildlife and organizes many adventure activities for a fun time. You can go camping, hiking, trekking, and fishing here with your loved ones. Bhalukpong has the Kameng River flowing in the surrounding forest, making this location more attractive. Birdwatching is another major activity in the Pakhui Game Sanctuary, which also shelters tigers, elephants, barking deer, and wild animals.
Dirang
A lesser-known, small town in the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh, Dirang is known for its kiwi, apple, and orange orchards. This is one of the most beautiful places in Arunachal, situated between Tawang and Bomdila. Once a quaint hamlet, Dirang has become a scenic place with endless charm. Located along the banks of the Dirang River, the town has hot water springs, which the locals consider holy and are believed to have healing properties. In addition, the pleasant weather throughout the year makes Dirang an ideal location to spend time watching birds fly and fruit orchards bloom.
Daporijo
Arunachal Pradesh's offbeat tourist place, Daporijo, is a scenic town you can consider for peace and privacy. The paddy fields, rainforests with bamboo trees, and the Subansiri River flowing through the town make Daporijo one of the most scenic locations in India. It is located on the way from Ziro to Along, so consider this for a stopover, as it only has a little to offer other than the natural beauty. Daporijo houses many tribes like Galo, Tagin, and Hilmiri, along with Mishmi, one of the oldest tribes believed to have existed since the Mahabharata era. If you want to shop, buy bamboo handicrafts or colorful costumes to help the local tribes.
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