Someone at the Bangalore International Airport was flipping that glossy travel magazine, I stole an eye to see which magazine it was, instead noticed something which always brings a smile on my face, a complete magazine supplement on Arunachal Pradesh. People close to me know how fascinated I am about AP, the place I call home!
Life wasn't as easy back then, as tough terrains, extreme weather, government apathy and no development had made things difficult for people to live. The sudden realization that AP has huge potential as a niche tourist destination with the presence of natural beauty, pristine sceneries, wide variety of flora and fauna and conserved wildlife has set things rolling for the state and with the support of local communities and government, things are changing, for good!
Just in case you want to visit Arunachal and don't know where to go, here is my list of favorite place with the assurance, "you wont be disappointed".
Tawang:
Plan your holiday between December-March to enjoy a snow kissed Tawang, visit the near by Pankang Teng Tso Lake which freezes in winter and is best for skiing, the tawang monastery also known as the second largest monastery in Asia.
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Ziro:
This lush green township and UNESCO world heritage site, is the hottest new destination for music lovers. Zero music festival is organised every year in the month of September and boosts the participation of bands like Imphal talkies, Sky Rabbit and many more. Beautiful surroundings, amazing food, tonnes of beer and music! what else do you want?!
Photo Courtesy: Facebook
 Photo Courtesy: Facebook, Ziro Music Festival. 
Photo Courtesy: Facebook, Ziro Music Festival.
 
Apatani Tribe.
Namdapha National Park Trek: Namdapha national park is the largest protected area in the Eastern Himalayan Biodiversity hotspot and is the third largest national park in terms of area.Home of 1000+ bird species, snow leopards, black bears, Red Panda, Hoolock Gibbons and many more endangered wildlife species. Namdapha is the only national park where camping is allowed inside the park. 
Photo Courtesy: Facebook.
Photo Courtesy: Facebook.
Photo Courtesy: Facebook.
 Anjaw: This small china bordering district of Arunachal has still not come under the tourist radar. Perfect for a nature lovers and adventure seekers, you can engage yourself in activities like Trekking, fishing or camping on the banks of Lohit river. one can enjoy a walk in the township and explore the living habits, culture and tradition of the local Mishimi Tribe. 
Photo Courtesy: Arif Siddiqui (facebook).
Photo Courtesy: Arif Siddiqui (facebook).
 Photo Courtesy: Arif Siddiqui (facebook). |
