Arunachal Pradesh holds the most north-eastern position of this country. It borders the states of Assam and Nagaland to the south, and shares international borders with Bhutan in the west, Burma in the east and the country of Tibet in the north. Exploring Arunachal's magnificent landscape tops the list; other activities include adventure sports, visiting cultural attractions and trekking.
1) Tawang Monastery
It is located 10000 feet above Mean Sea Level. The 400-year-old Tawang monastery is the largest monastery in India and second largest in the world after the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet. The monastery is three stories high. It belongs to the Gelug school of Mahayana Buddhism and had a religious association with Drepung Monastery of Lhasa.
2) Sessa Orchid and Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary
Located in Bomdila. Sessa Orchid Sanctuary covers more than 100 square km area of land. Doimara and Tenga reserve forests form a part of this sanctuary. Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary covers an area of 217 square km. It is home to various birds like eagle, hornbill, kingfishers, ducks, Bengal tiger, langur, Asian elephant, black bear, red panda and many more.
3) Mehao and Sally Lake
Both the lakes are easily accessible from Roing. Dense green forest with beautiful flowers and plants make it a photographer’s delight. There is a town, located at the foothill of the Mishmi Hill, it is lively with friendly people. Reh festival of Idu Mishmi is celebrated in the month of February 1 while Solung festival of Adi in September 1 every year with great joy.
4) Namdapha National Park And Tiger Reserve
It is the largest protected area in the Eastern Himalaya biodiversity hotspot. The park covers a massive 1985.23 square kms of land, which has a wide range of flora and fauna.
5) Meghna Cave Temple
This ancient cave temple dates back to 5000 years. It is situated at Daporijo and dedicated to Lord Shiva. Located at an altitude of 300 feet, the temple offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
6) Ita Fort
It is one of the most important historical sites in the state. The fort has an irregular shape, built mainly with bricks dating back to the 14th-15th Century. Given the fact that the fort was built in an area that is far from being a comfortable place for construction adds value to the fort and highlights the workmanship.
7) Tibetan Refugee Settlement Camp
It is one of the oldest settlements for Tibetan refugees and is located 4 km away from Miao. The camp boasts of producing superior quality carpets, a larger portion of which goes to the global market. A beautiful Buddhist monastery in the mid of camp is one of the major attraction for the tourist.
8) Komsing
This is the place where the British had erected an epitaph/memorial stone of Sir N.Willamson who was killed by Narmi Manmur Jamoh. There is also a long and high suspension bridge constructed by the British.
9) Ganga Lake
It is one of the perfect destinations to enjoy the magnificent works of nature. Ganga lake is blessed with crystal clear blue water and reflection of Himalayan ranges on water gives beautiful scenery. The lake, which is also called as Gyakar Sinyi, is located in a scenic environment surrounded by lush greenery and majestic mountains.
10) Tarin Fish Farm
This place is surrounded by pine and bamboo groves. Fish Farm is a popular tourist attraction where breeding of high altitude fishes is done. The Apatani tribals of Arunachal utilize the land to its best, where rice-fish culture in the valley is done. In this process, two crops of rice and one crop of fish, Ngihi, are raised together.
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