ArunachalPradesh
Arunachal Pradesh is a state ofIndia(disputed). Located innortheast India,Arunachal Pradesh borders thestates of Assam and Nagaland tothe south, and shares internationalborders with Bhutan in the west,Myanmar in the east and thePeople's Republic of China (PRC) inthe north. Itanagar is the capital ofthe state.Arunachal Pradesh means"land of the dawn-lit
mountains".
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Arunachal Pradesh is a state of India.Located in northeast India,Arunachal Pradesh borders the states ofAssam and Nagaland to the south, andshares international borders with Bhutan inthe west, Myanmar in the east and thePeople's Republic of China (PRC) in thenorth. Itanagar is the capital of the state.Arunachal Pradesh means "land of thedawn-lit mountains". It is also knownas "land of the rising sun"("pradesh" means"state", "territory" or"region") in reference to itsposition as the easternmost state of India.Like other parts of Northeast India, amajority of the people native to the state areof Tibeto-Burman origin. A large andincreasing number of migrants havereachedArunachal Pradesh from many other partsof India, although no reliable populationcount of the migrant population has beenconducted, and percentage estimates of
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total population accordingly vary widely.Part of the Ledo Burma Road, which was alifeline to China during World War II, passesthrough the eastern part of the state. Thenorthern border ofArunachal Pradesh follows the McMahonLine, a border delineated in the SimlaAccord that was signed by the UnitedKingdom and Tibet in 1914 but not by China(since Tibet was not Chinese-controlled atthat time). Both the Republic of China (ROC)and the PRC claim the northern portion ofArunachal Pradesh as part of the formerprovinces of the Tibet Area and Xikang (forthe ROC), respectively the TibetAutonomous Region (for the PRC). The PRCoften refers to the claimed areas as SouthTibet.
What To
SEE5 Sights
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1 Tawang
One of the lesser known destinations inIndia, this Arunachal beauty offers itsvisitors the best of India's North East, be it inhospitality, mind blowing locales or anunbelievably tranquil experience. Located ata height fromTawang is the serene P.T.Tso Lake, whichremains frozen for 4 to 5 months in a year.Tawang offers a unique experience forskilled and amateur trekkers, with differenttrekking trails for each level of difficulty.Those with a brave heart and a strongstomach for fiery food must try thetraditional Monpa cuisine, among the otherTibetan delights, that are on offer. Be sureto take an official permit, for internalsecurity, to visit this delightful town,unexplored and completely hidden from theeyes of the general tourist crowd.
High up in the north-west corner ofArunachal that juts into Bhutan, andshouldered by China (Tibet), Tawang hasmostly been remembered only in times ofwar. In its vicinity a pitched battle wasfought during the Indo-Chinese War of 1962.Somewhere here the 14th Dalai Lama andhis entourage crossed over quietly into Indiafrom Tibet in 1959, taking an impossiblyarduous route. Further back, in the 17thcentury — a period of harsh rivalry betweenvarious Buddhist sects — lore has it that oneMeera Lama built a fortress here to protectthe monks of his Gelugpa creed. Today it isknown asTawang Monastery. Explore the Buddhist
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influences on the local lifestyle in Tawang inthe this monastery, also famed for being thebirthplace of the 6th Dalai Lama.
2 Ganga Lake
Itanagar, India
Ganga Lake is one of the best places in thecity to spend some quality time with nature.The lake, popularly known as Geker Sinying,is surrounded by lush greenery and majesticmountains from all sides.This beautifulnatural lake is located at a distance ofapproximately 6 km from the city centre andcan easily be accessed by public transport.You can spend the evenings boating at thisserene lake with your loved ones or can justsit in the corner and admire the beauty.Don’t forget to get some wonderful picturesclicked at this scenic location.
3 Ita Fort
Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, India
Ita Fort, constructed in the 14th CE, is one ofthe most visited places in the city. It’s is amajor attraction for history buffs and mustnot be left unexplored if you want to get aninsight into the past associated with this city.This fort is situated in the outskirts of thecity and covers an area of approximately 45cubic meters. Around 8 million bricks wereused in the construction of this majestic fort,which is now in ruins. Perched on the top ofa hill, this fort has three entrances facingsouth, east and west. The view of the entirecity from this fort is sure to make you gapein awe.
4 Sela Pass
State Highway Arunachal, Tawang,Arunachal Pradesh 790105, India
Sela Pass is the gateway to Tawang and isregarded as the second highest pass inIndia. The dangerous, rocky pass is anadventurous ride that is a must experienceto have for adventure junkies. The Sela passride is definitely one hell of an experience.ride is definitely one hell of an experience.
5 Urgelling Gompa
3 Km From Tawang Town, Tawang,Arunachal Pradesh 790104, India
The 14th centuryUrgelling Gompa in Tawang, ArunachalPradesh is next in importance only to theTawang Monastery. This small Gompa is thebirth place of the 6th Dalai Lama, TsangyangTashi. The Urgelling Gompa lies 5 km awayfrom Tawang town. However if you wish tofoot it, Gompa is just downhill from theTawang Gompa. Urgelling offers spectacularviews of the valley.
Where To
Eat5 Places
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1 The Dragon
Old Market, Tawang, ArunachalPradesh 790104, India
This quaintDragon Restaurant serves mouth-wateringChinese, Indian and Tibetan Food. Famousamong locals, this place is a sure shotwinner amongst food lovers. Don't leave therestaurant without trying the localspecialties and I am sure you will beyearning for more. Order dishes likemomos, churpa and their signature Tibetanyak-butter tea for sure!
2 KFC
Itanagar Rd, 791111
KFC is one of the most loved places for non-vegetarians. The wide menu of the foodoutlet includes Hot Wings, Chicken Zingers,Wraps, Toasted Twisters and BonelessStrips. You can try the burgers (Zingers) overthe overdone Hot 'n' Crisp Chicken andfinger fries. Two new additions on the menu- Popcorn Chicken (small and tender juicy
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boneless pieces of chicken with extremesprinkle) and Box master (succulent fillet ofhot 'n' crispy chicken with cheese,tomato,lettuce and hash patties all wrapped in awarm toasted tortilla) are loved byall.
3 Orange Bar & Restaurant
Near Main Market, Tawang,Arunachal Pradesh 790104, India
+91-88760-59059
The chic restaurant is an ideal place to enjoyfood and drinks at one place. AtOrange Bar & Restaurant, you cansavour good food along with exoticbeverages in a comfortable and cosyambiance. The service is quick and promptwhich adds charm to the whole experience.A perfect spot to unwind with your friendswith loud music, chilled beer and fairy lights!
4 The bar and Restaurant
Near Civil Secretariat, Itanagar791111, India
One of the best places in Itanagar to spendsome quality time with your friends is TheBar and Restaurant. This is a place whereyou can lounge around, guzzle some beer asyou listen to some good numbers. Theliquor and the food here are reasonable.The ambience of the place is also decentand definitely deserves a visit.
5 Chillies Restaurant
Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh 791113
To taste the best of local delicacies, visit thefamous Chillies Restaurant. The restaurantis known for offering the best quality Indianand Chinese cuisine. Also, it is a great placeto visit with friends and enjoy some drinks.The excellent service and the nice ambiencemakes it even a more wonderful place tovisit. From starters to main course, theyoffer a wide menu to choose from. The ratesare decent and will not burn a hole in yourpocket.
