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Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal- land of the dawn lit mountains
How To reach in Zero/Ziro
Jul 20th
How To reach in Zero/Ziro
Air: Nearest airport is Tezpur and Ulabari by Indian Airlines and NEPC Airlines.
Rail: Nearest railhead is North Lakhimpur by Arunachal Express from New Bongaigaon.
Road: Direct buses are available from Itanagar and North Lakhimpur.
Places To Stay
Accommodation is available at the Inspection Bungalow and Circuit House in Zero. For Reservation Contact: Reservation Authority Deputy Commissioner, Lower Subansiri District, Ziro.
Fairs & Festivals
In March and April, a 10-day festival Miko long be known as the Spring Festival is held at zero Apatanis. Molo of nisu Ciroma, Socham, Dri on 05 July, on 26 February Niyokum festivals are equally attractive to tourists.
Nearby Cities
Itanagar: 150-km Lilabari: 100-km Daporizo: 193-km
Tour to Zero – Wild life
Jul 20th
Wild Life
Tale Sanctuary
Enthisiats can go from 30-km jeep Zero crossing Siro / transaction Manipoylong / Ponge and travel more than 8 km to Sanctuary Tale. The sanctuary is a natural botanical garden extends throughout the valley with an area of 337 square kilometers. With the change in the height of the nature and character of the flora and fauna also vary. Some of the attractions found here are Mithun, clouded leopards and bears, along with varied orchids. Accommodation available at the Forest Bungalows.
Daporizo
From Zero Visitors can find time to visit another small habitat Daporizo, 193-km in the Upper Subansiri district bus. The walls of the low-altitude mountains surrounding the valley green. Craft Centre, the bridge, very distinguished in the form and makeup of the bamboo and other attractions for tourists here.
The district headquarters and the main shopping center is the land Daporizo Tangin and tribal Hilmiri who like to dress. Young men have hair on the front of the head, tied in a bun, giving an appearance as a tuff. Hilmili servants wear their body with attractive rings cane and cane ornaments.
Caves
Tourists may take a car from the city of Daporizo or take a bus, it takes three hours to visit 19 miles away in Natural Cueva de Menga. You have to crawl through the cave neter narrow slit. Do not forget to take the torch. Outside the main cave is another cave is Lord Mahadev.
Going over 23 km is Talia and still over 10 km is Kodak – where you can enjoy the beauty of the Himalayan snow clothing. Further north Taksing – a habitat of the tribes Na. Visit jeep on grooming.
Tour to Ziro/Zero – An introduction
Jul 20th
Introduction
The 5754 feet (1780 m) high town is almost a level valley enclosed on all sides by pine-covered hills stooping low. This area, also called Apatani plateau, is famous for rice culture-cum-Fish. It’s the beautiful part of the whole of nature. This place is also part of the rivers that flow into silence Subansiri, Nishi, Apatani, daiages and Miri.
The Apatani Tribals
Zero is the land of the tribes Apatani lovers of hunting and farming is their main profession Zoom. Apatani tribes are attractive and beautiful appearance. Local wine ‘Apango’ is your favorite drink. They are also fond of colored dresses, with specialties and varieties. I love women-folk to draw a tattoo on the forehead and cheeks, and wear nose pins cane. They believe they are the descendants of the first man and woman – ‘Aro’, ‘Tani’, ‘oe Doyni’ and ‘Polo’ Sun and Moon are theirwarranting deities.
Prime Attractions
Town
As the capital Itanagar, Zero City has also developed in to two parts within 5 miles away. Crossing height of 1,750 m or Zero Hapoli Old Road advances to 200 meters down a new city by Zero. At the end of the town is a Government Handicraft Centre. You can pick up the cane or bamboo hats and other items as souvenirs
General Information – Pasighat
Jul 19th
General Information
The Pasighat best time to visit is from November to April when the rainy season ends and the weather becomes comfortable and saute. The nights are colder, and therefore, visitors are advised to carry warm clothes during this period.
For reservations Siang Guest House, home circuit and Inspection Bungalow, contact: The Deputy Commissioner, Pasighat
Inner Line Permits can be obtained from the following:
- Resident Commissioner, New Delhi
- Deputy Resident Commissioner, Kolkata
- Deputy Resident Commissioner, Guwahati
- Deputy Resident Commissioner, Dibrugarh
Nearby Cities
Best Time To Visit
Akashiganga: 100-km Malinithan: 100-km Pangin: 60-km Along: 125-km
How to reach in Pasighat
Jul 19th
Pasighat is well connected to the mainland by rail, road and air.
Air: The nearest airports are Dibrugarh (Mohanbari) and Guwahati in Assam, helicopter (Pawan Hans) flights are available from Itanagar and Dibrugarh.
Rail: The nearest train station is Murkong Seleka, a 35-km distance from Pasighat, buses or taxis are available there for the city.
Road: The Pasighat visitors can reach by bus, private cars or taxis from Guwahati, Itanagar or Lakhimpur, alternatively, can cross over the river Brahmaputra from Dibrugarh to Oryamghat which is a 30-km distance from Pasighat and then take a bus or taxi to Pasighat. Ruksin check door is the entry point for those coming by road from Itanagar and Guwahati and check Kemi door for those coming by boat from Dibrugarh.
Note:The inner line permit is required for tourists to visit Pasighat that can be obtained from the liaison officers in New Delhi, Calcutta, Guwahati and Dibrugarh or the Deputy Commissioner, Pasighat or Division Officer in the Sub Ruksin. Foreign tourists are required to obtain protected / restricted area permit from the Commissioner (of Interior). Government of Arunachal Pradesh, or the Ministry of Interior, New Delhi.
Places To Stay
In Pasighat, visitors can stay in the guesthouse Siang, house or bungalow circuit inspection. Hotel accommodation is also available in the city and payment of accommodation can handle the prior intimation. One can have a firsthand knowledge of the lives of native traditions and customs times staying as a guest of payment with the locals. For nature lovers, tourist tented camps with modern facilities are available throughout Pasighat. Comfortable government inspection bungalows are also available at places of interest nearby. Internal Line Permit is necessary for tourists Pasighat that a visitor can be obtained from Liaison Officers in New Delhi, Calcutta, Guwahati and Dibrugarh or from Deputy Commissioner, Pasighat or Officer in the Sub Division Ruksin. Foreign tourists are required to obtain a Protected / Restricted Area Permit from the Commissioner (of Interior). Government of Arunachal Pradesh, or the Ministry of Interior, New Delhi.
Tour to Pasighat – Main Attractions
Jul 19th
Wildlife
Daying Ering Wild Life Sanctuary
The Eringa Daying Wildlife Sanctuary is at a distance of 13-km Pasighat and is one of the few sanctuaries located on an island. It should be a cruise on the river Siang by boat to get to this shrine. During September to February, a large variety of migratory birds like cranes, wild ducks, storks, water hens and Hornbills come here from far away so it is a paradise for birdwatchers. Deer, wild elephants, buffalo and small predators are also abundant. The lucky visitor may also have a glimpse of Tiger.
Others
Pangin
Located at a distance of about 60-km Pasighat and connected by road, is at a point where the river meets SIOM river Siang and presents a rare spectacle. SIOM blue waters meets the green Siang and the beauty of the view is going to see to believe.
Adventure & Sports
For the affair, Pasighat is ample scope for adventure sports like rafting and trekking in the deep forests
River Rafting
Siang River is ideal for rafting, for both the amateur and seasoned. Veterans can start from gelling in the Indo – the border between China and the raft down the rapids of Pasighat 4 and 5 degrees, while amateurs can raft from Pasighat Sirki Yambung or through the rapids of 2 and 3 degrees.
Trekking
Trekking through the dense forests and jungles of Pasighat to Yinkiong to Komsing – the historically where Neol Willimson was buried after being killed by the Adis – an unforgettable experience for hikers. You can have the pleasure of seeing a variety of beautiful birds and a variety of vegetation without locating elsewhere.
In fact, it is a privilege to see the cane bridges built across the river Siang that are a marvel of engineering origin. R. Wilcox who visited the area in 1825, commented on these bridges cane: “We are very surprised at the skill and the work shown in the construction of suspension bridges cane lying on at this time: it was as you would any discredit to the department Similar workd in Calcutta. “
Fishing & Angling
In addition, a lot of places like Yingkiong, Bodak, SIOM, etc, offer good fishing spots and fishing. The mahseer is legendary and catches of 20-30 kg are not uncommon. The colder waters of the upper parts are golden and rainbow trout. One can have a view of traditional methods, yet effective fishing while trekking in the jungle.
Therefore, it is Pasighat, a place you should visit to have fun in life, where Mother Nature showers all his joy and delight of one of the purest form. A place that will live forever in the memory and provide an incentive to come here again and again
Tour to Pasighat- nearest places
Jul 19th
Excursions
Pasighat and its surroundings can be rightly called as the heart of Arunachal Pradesh due to its central location in the state. With its beautiful hills and lush valleys of the green rivers inhabited by a galaxy of tribes, the area is a delight of tourists and photographers paradise. From Pasighat, there are many attractions you can visit in Arunachal Pradesh.
Cities
Akashiganga
This is a sacred place near Lekhabli at a distance of 100 kilometers from Pasighat and 25 km from the beautiful Silapathar railhead in Assam. The place is associated with the legend of Kalika Puran, that the head of Sati (Parvati) fell into this place when it was cut into pieces by Lord Vishnu. Akashiganga The name is suggestive of a water channel on the hill. The place offers a beautiful and magnificent bird’s eye view of the Brahmaputra river meandering far below.
Malinithan
The place is an archaeological site in Arunachal Pradesh located in Arunachal-Assam border in the area Likabali West Siang district. The place is associated with the legend of Lord Krishna and his wife Rukmani, the daughter of Bhismak. It is believed that Krishna and Rukmani took a break from this place while they were on their way from Dwarka Bhismaknagar. They were warmly welcomed by the Lord Shiva and goddess Parvati as guests. Parvati was given the name Malini by Krishna and the place began to be called as Malinithan.
Situated on a mound about 60 meters high, is only 1-km east of Likabali, and 100-km Pasighat, and is easily accessible by bus or taxi Pasighat.
Along
Like Pasighat along is also one of the ancient city of Arunachal Pradesh and is the headquarters of West Siang district. Located in an open valley where the river meets Sipu Siyom against the backdrop of the hills covered with snow during winter, presents a panoramic view tot the delight of visitors. Throughout the night with hundreds of blinking lights and shiny electric on the broad valley looks like a wonderland of the hilltops. Pasighat reachable by bus or taxi within 4 hours.
Tour to Pasighat- An Introduction
Jul 19th
Introduction
Welcome to Pasighat, the oldest city of Arunachal Pradesh established in 1911. And now the headquarters of this district Siang. The British government had appointed a political officer to help the natives of the area to come to the plains of Assam for trade and commerce. Pasighat has often been called the “gateway of the state of Arunachal Pradesh. The city derives its name from ‘Pasis”, a tribe in the area.
Pasighat city is situated at an altitude of 155 m. from sea level and has a population of nearly 78,000 people. The climate is hot and humid in summer and warm in winter.
Nature At Its Best
Pasighat and its surroundings abound in natural beauty and the place has been called with reason as a photographers delight: it is a land to meet Mother Nature in its purest form. Far from the madding crowd, the place has the potential to provide comfort to people tired and tense from the outside world. The mighty Brahmaputra river, called the “Siang” here transcends from Tibet and gives its name to the district. It flows through the entire length of the area until it descends to the plains south of the city Pasighat Assam, where it meets Dihang and Lohit and becomes the Brahmaputra.
The magic of the land can only be felt when you get here. And, in a return from the place, the heart is filled with joy, the mind is refreshed and the soul rises to new heights of happiness, memory always lurks the temptation to visit Pasighat always encouraged to come again and again.
Useful Information – Tawang
Jul 19th
Useful Information – Tawang
ENTRY Formalities
Any Indian tourist coming to Tawang has to Obtain an Inner Line Permit. The permit is Granted as a routine for the Tourists and so it should deter Not Any tourist from coming to Tawang.
The Inner line permit can be obtained from any of the following places: 1.
Residence commissioner, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, New Delhi-Arunachal Bhawan, Kautilya Marg, Chanakyaputi, New Delhi. 2.
Deputy Residence Commissioner, Govt. Arunachal Pradesh, Kolkata, CE-109, Sector-1, Salt Lake City, Kolkata. 3.
Deputy Residence Commissioner, Govt. Arunachal Pradesh, Shillong, Pin-793001, Meghalaya. 4.
Deputy Residence Commissioner, Govt. Arunachal Pradesh, Guwahati. R.G. Baruah Road, Guwaahati-781021. 5.
Deputy Residence Commissioner, Govt. Arunachal Pradesh, Parvati Nagar, Tezpur, Assam. 6.
Deputy Residence Commissioner, Govt. Arunachal Pradesh, Mohanbari, Dibrugarh, Assam. 7.
The Extra Assistant Commissioner, Bhalukpung, West Kameng District
As foreign tourist intending to visit Arunachal Pradesh require restricted area permit. The application giving the details – Name, Passport Number, its Issuing Authority and the Expiry Date, Place Of Birth, Profession, Proposed Duration of Stay and the Purpose of Visit should be made to the Home Commissioner Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar or Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt. of India, New Delhi-110001
Tourist Information Centres
Deputy Commissioner, Tawang, Address- P.O. and District Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh Pin – 790104.
District Tourism Officer, Tawang.
How To Get There – Tawang
Jul 19th
By Air
Tezpur in Assam is the nearest airport. There is a flight, the alliance that is twice a week on Thursdays and Sundays from Kolkata to Tezpur and back. The flight takes off from Kolkata airport at 10.30 AM. Other alternative air routes is via Guwahati. You can reach New Delhi Guwahati Airlines Indina / Zet airways airlines flight of the Sahara. There are flights to Guwahati from other parts of the country too .. A view of TawangRangapara in Assam is the nearest train station to Tawang. But it is advisable to reach Guwahati by trains from other parts of the country. There are a number of trains including Rajdhani Express to Guwahati best suited to achieve the state of Arunachal. From Guwahati can reach Tawang by road either by bus or taxi.
By Rail
By Road
One can reach Tawang from other parts of the country via Guwahati and Tezpur in Assam. From Guwahati and Tezpur, one has to go to Bhalukpong in West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh and from there via Bomdila and Sela Pass one can go to Tawang by road. There are daily bus service and taxi Tezpur to Tawang.
Main Attraction
There are beautiful lakes around Tawang, the biggest part of being Pankang Teng Tso (PT Tso) lake. It is a paradise for tourists only go for 17-km from maddening crowd of township. It is a place of great natural beauty and provide an opportunity tourist kind of deep communion with nature. Other lakes are striking Banggachang Sangetser Lake and Lake.
Best Time
April To October.
Built By
Architect Changsey
The ‘Changsey’ is probably the first green landscape architect in Tawang District. His efforts transformed the place where green growth. Driven by the love of nature, creating new planting began from the year 1979. The species, which points your backyard, are both local and exotic. Now all households for the species is called the crown Crytomeria Joponica, Rigilling popularly known as ‘Sheng’, introduced by the “Changsey.” Other notable species are planted by the blue pine, fir, Salix popular, oak, etc Thoza
Location
180-km From Bomdila, Arunachal Pradesh.
