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ITANAGAR
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Right at the doorstep of this circuit, you will at Bhalukpong. It
is the headquater of Bhalukpong Circle, offers an idyllic picnic spot on
the bank of River Kameng, angling on this river, trekking and hiking. Best
season to visit is in the months from October to May. Languages spoken are
Aka, Hindi, Assamese and English. You can reach here by bus or car from
Tezpur and the nearest Railway Station is at Rangapara, by Arunachal
Express from New Bongaigaon. The nearest Airport is at Tezpur. At
Bhalukpong, you can stay at Government Inspection Bungalow who reservation
authority is the Extra Assistant Commissioner, Bhalukpong. Clothing
required are Woollens in winter and cottons in summer.
Four Kilometres from Bhalukpong is Tippi, near the bank of River
Kameng, surrounded by evergreen forest. Here you can visit the Tippi
Orchid Research Centre. The Orchid centre, where cut flower have been
developed, has more than 500 species of orchids.
The
Tipi Orchidarium, is a glass house with over 7500 orchids.
On
display are some of the finest species with names like the Dainty Lady's
Slipper or the more formal sounding Dendrobium. Arunachal has the largest
range of orchids in India and at Tippi, scientists are creating new,
hybrid species using the latest techniques of bio technology. Here one can
stay at Forest I.B.
Sessa
Orchid Sanctuary, located at 25 km from Bhalukpong on the way to Bomdila
has an area of 100 Sq. Km. The Sanctuary has more the five hundred orchids
in wild. The department of Environment and forests has developed trekking
routes for going through the sanctuary for visitors to enjoy the marvelous
habitat of orchids in their pristine glory.
Bomdila,
the headquarters of West Kameng district is situated at a height of 2,530
mtrs. Offers spectacular panoramic views of Himalayan landscapes and snow
clad mountains. This area has had strong Tibetan and Buddhist influences
over many centuries and hence there are many Buddhist monasteries called 'Gompas'
here. There is a craft centre here which produces very fine carpets of
colourful designs and masks. Other places of interest here are apple
orchards, GRL Monastery, and
the Ethnographic Museum.
Dirang,
Sub-divisional headquarters in West Kameng District, situated in between
Bomdila and Tawang is the sub-divisional headquaters in West Kameng
districts; situated in between Bomdila and Tawang. Of interest are Apple
orchards, yak breeding farms, a few kilometres from Dirang and hot springs
where people go for a holy dip to wash away sins and diseases and
Kalachakra Gompa. Ideal for Trekking and hiking.
Dirang
Fort, known as Dirang Jong is an important historical monument for the
Monpas of Dirang circle. This two storied for was built with huge stone
slaps and wooden logs. The fort was an important centre of public
administration as it housed the Tibetan Governors during the Tibetan Rule
over the area. It was construct in 1831. The archeological department of
Arunachal Pradesh has declared it as a national monument.
On
the way to Tawang lies the World's Second highest Pass, the Sela Pass at
14,000 feet which runs through a small ridge and along high altitude
placid lakes of crystal blue water called the Paradise Lakes, decked in
both sides with miles of rhodendrons of various hues.
Jaswant
Garh, this war memorial which is situated at 14 km from Sela Pass in
Tawang has been raised to play homage to Jaswant Singh, Mahavir Chakra
awardee (Posthumous) of 4 Battalion Garwal Rifles. It is a place where
patriotic emotions of all Indians find a natural expression.
Tawang,
the beautiful land
of the Monpa tribes and a major centre of the Mahayana Buddhist is the
headquarters of Tawang district.
The
cascading waterfalls, the snow-white peaks, sansurban trapping and star
comforts of Tawang bring one closer to Mother Nature. The name Tawang
derives from some bearings on surroundings. But people’s interpretation
is that the name was given by Mera Lama in the 17th century.
The
township stands on the spur of a hill over 12,000 ft. above the sea level.
The world
famous seventeenth
century Tawang Monastery , also
known as Galden Namgyal Lhatse
which overlooks the wide Tawang Valley at a height of 10,000 ft. The
monastery is a vast complex of 65 buildings housing Lamas and antique
scriptures written in gold letters
and ancient scripture, images and has an eight meters high gilded Buddha
statue. It
is the largest monastery in the Himalayan region and the second oldest
monastery in Asia. Five hundred lamas live in its residential buildings
and it is rich in. It was constructed in 1681 by Mera lama Lodre Gyaltso.
It is the fountainhead of spiritual life of the followers of the Gellupa
sect of the Mahayana school of Buddhism. The Tawang Monastery is
associated with the famous Torgva festival which is held in the eleventh
Monpa month called the Dawa Chukchipah (i.e. Dec-Jan as per the Buddhist).
The Tibetan influence here is unmistakable, with the elaborately painted
wooden windows and other motifs. Prayer flags flutter in the breeze
outside. There is an 8 mtr. high gilded statue of Lord Buddha here. A must
visit is the craft centre which produces very fine woolen carpets of
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Tamreshwari Temple
is situated near Sadiya in
the Lohit district. It was built in 1441 AD in Orissian Style of scultural
art. The roof of the temple was originally sheeted with copper from which
the name ‘Tamreshwari’ derived. The compound wall of the temple was 4
feet wide and 8 feet high, and had a stone gate on the eastern side. The
temple was the seat of Goddess Kesaikhati and was worshipped by the Deuri
Priests.
Tezu is district headquarters of Lohit
district. It provides ideal
locations for trekking and hiking, river rafting and angling on the River
Lohit.
Glow Lake, it is a large
lake in a pictureques surrounding. One can be reached on foot in a day by
Hill trekking from Tezu.
Parasuramkund
is a place of great sanctity, located in the lower reaches of Lohit
district which attracts pilgrims from all over India for a dip in the kund
during Makar-Sankranti which normally falls in mid January every year. An
endless stream of pilgrims come to take dips in the Kund in-spite of
biting cold wind because the water of the Kund is considered to be as
sacred as the water of the river Ganga.
The
origin of the kund is associated with Parasuram's matricide described in
the Srimad Bhagavata, Kalika Puana and in the Mahabharata. According to
the legend recorded in the Kalika Purna, one day, Renuka, mother of
Parasuram, went to fetch water. While returning, she felt drawn towards
King Chitranatha playing with celestial nymphs. Consequently, she was late
in returning to the ashram. Jamadagni, her husband, worried over her
delay, as it was getting late for the midday worship. On perceiving
through his divine power the reason for her dalay, Jamadagni was so
enraged that, on her arrival, he asked his sons to kill her. None of the
six sons except Parasuram could oblige. He immediately beheaded his
mother. The handle of the axe which he used, however, clung to his hand,
Pleased with his son, Jamadagni commanded Parasuram to ask for a boon.
Parasuram asked for six boons and one was the immediate recovery of his
mother. However, this did not wipe out his sins. He was told that the only
way to wash off his sins was by taking a dip in the Brahma Kund. Only then
would the axe stuck to his hand drop. Parasuram ultimately came to Brama
Kund, presently in Lohit district, and made a passage for the Kund to come
out by digging the bank of Brahma Kund. The spot where the axe dropped
from his hand came to be known as Parasuram Kund. The Kalika Purana states
that a mere bath in the Kund leads to emancipation.
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fair is held during Makar Sankranti. Piligrims from all over the country
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This circuit begins at Margherita, in Assam about 64 kms away. The
best season to visit October to April. The languages spoken are Tangsa,
Singpho, Tutsa, Hindi, Assamese and English. The nearest Railway Station is
at Margherita and the nearest airport is at Dibrugarh (Mohanbari). Entry
& exit point of this Circuit is Margherita, Assam. Accommodation are
available at Circuit House and Inspection Bungalow at Miao and Forest
Inspection Bungalow, Namdapha. The lodges itself, surrounded by evergreen
forests overlooking river Noa- Dihing is worth staying Ideal for Trekking
and Hiking. Recommends Woolen Clothing in winter and cottons in summer
Reservation Authority is the Additional Deputy Commissioner,
At
Miao, the mini zoo, Plywood and Veneer mills, Tibetan refugee settlement
area, where colourful woollen carpets of various designs are produced are
few of the attraction. The place is ideal for Trekking, hiking and angling
in the river Nao-dihing.
The
Namdapha National Park is a few kilometres away from Miao. The Park,
situated on the Indo-Burma border is the only park in the world, which
covers a range of altitudes of 200 to 4,500 metres. For the truly dedicated
wilderness and wildlife fan, a visit to the Namdapha National Park is
challenging as the park is largely inaccessible and has diverse habitats and
flora and fauna that are typical of this area. It is also the only park
where four of the cat felines are found: the tiger, the leopard, the snow
leopard and the clouded leopard. The predators are found in the higher
reaches of the hills. The majestic gaur or Mithun, Elephant, Himalayan Black
Bear, Takin, The Wild Goat, peculiar to the Patkoi Range, Musk Deer, Slow
Loris, Binturong and the Red Panda are all found here. A number of primate
species are seen in the park, such as the Assamese macaque, pig-tailed
macaque, stump-tailed macaque and the distinctive hoolock gibbon. Hornbills,
jungle fowl, pheasants etc. are also found amongst other coloured bird
species. The inacessibility of the greater part of the park has helped to
keep the forests in their pristine state.
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This
circuit, Itanagar - Ziro - Daporijo - Along - Pasighat starts from the
State Capital Itanagar. The
circuit enroutes Ziro, Daporijo, Along and Pasighat. The places to see in
the routes are Geker Sinyi (Ganga lake), the Jawaharlal Nehru Museum, The
Ita-Fort (ruins), Buddhist Temple etc. in
the State Capital, the Telley Valley, blue pine clad rollings hills of
Ziro, the Menga cave
(Temple) in Daporijo, orange and pine apple orchards of Along and view of
majestic River Siang in Along Pasighat route, akashiganga and Malinithan.
The way to Along and Pasighat is of immense scenic beauty with beautiful
river banks. Most ideal locations are available for river rafting, angling
with splendid picnic spots. The best season to visit is from October to
April. To added flavour to your visit the local festivals during the peak
season of the Circuits are, Si Donyi in 6th January, Boori Boot
in 6th February, Nyokum on 26th February, Mopin on 5th
April and Dree on July 5. Indigenous tribes you find in the route are
Nyishis, Apatanis, Hill Miris, Tagins and Adis. Languages spoken Nyishi,
Apatani, Hill Miri, Tagin and Adi, Hindi, Assamese and English.
Recommended clothing is woollen in winter and cotton in summer. The
places of interest in the State Capital are the Ita-Fort
(ruins), the Jawaharlal Nehru Museum, the Geker Sinyi (Ganga lake) and the
Buddhist Temple.
Ita fort, this historical fort of irregular shape built mainly with
brick is situated in the heart of the Itanagar town. It is said that more
than 80 lakh pieces of bricks were used to built this fort. The fort
covers an area of over 1. sq km. There are gates on three sides Viz.
Eastern, Western and Southern, The average height of the wall is 5 metres
and width is 1.5 metres. The state capital’s name is also derived from
this forts. It is said built by the Ahoms of Assam in 1360 AD. The name
Itanagar, capital of Arunachal is derived from this historical fort.
Jawaharlal
Nehru State Museum displays maps of fine art works highlighting the
inhabitants, types of houses, festivals, dances, historical archaeological
and many others. The museum is also enriched by the portable miniature
diorama projecting aspects of life and culture of different tribes. Gekar
Sinyi, a beautiful spot for picnic, outing and boating, popularly kwon as
Ganga Lake situated in the foothills of the Himalayas is a unique sight of
the capital, Itanagar. The lake locally known as Gekar Sinyi (confined
water) abounds a natural beauty with an unpolluted healthy environment.
The lake is surrounded by land mass and hard rock with slopes which
support a dense semi-evergreen type of forest consisting of many
interesting plant species which are academically and economically
important.
Talley valley is 30 kms from
Hapoli (Ziro) the densely populated township in the Apatani Plateau and
the headquarters of the Lower Subansiri District. Tale in Apatani dialect
is the name of a plant and to many other tribes the word means paradise.
167
km from Itanagar, routed through picturesque places of Kimin, Yazali and
Yachuli, is Ziro, a hill station which stands at 5754 ft enclosed by blue
pine-clad rolling hills.. It is a picturesque little township with the
local population growing paddy, which is the main agricultural produce in
terraces. The concept of paddy-cum-pisciculture has attracted people and
the practice is flourishing. The water management system for the paddy
fields is remarkable. The lush green paddy fields in terraces makes it
more attractive and a very soothing sight which gives us the essence of
Eco -Tourism and is ideal for
Trekking and hiking. Tarin
Fish Farm (a high altitude fish farm), Pine Bamboo groves, villages,
indigenous method of rice cultivation, craft center are few of the
attractions. Daporijo,
district Headquarters of Upper Subansiri district and is situated on the
right bank of River Subansiri. Places of interest are the local villages
in and around and a beautiful cave a few kilometers away. Ideal for
trekking and angling on River Subansiri. The Menga cave (Temple)
can give immense satisfaction to the believer of Lord Shiva.
Along, district headquarters of
West Siang district, situated on the south bank of River Yonggo. Places
of interest are the local villages in and around and orange and pine apple
orchards. Ideal for trekking and angling.
Akashiganga,
a water falls in the West Siang district, 5
km away from Likabali where people take a bath to wash away sins is
believed to be associated with the legend of Parvati narrated in the 8th
century Kalika Purana. Parvati is believed to have been cut into pieces
and her head fell somewhere near Akashiganga. The place provides a
magnificent bird's eye view of the Brahmaputra glimmering far below. Malithan, situated at Likabali, headquarters of sub-division of West Siang district. Ruins of a big temple belonging to 14th - 15th century have been excavated here. The ruins include sculptures of Indra, Airavata, Surya and Nandi, the Bull. Beautifully designed and decorated basement of a temple, divine images, icon of deities, animal motifs and floral designs, carved columns and panels have been unearthed. The place is associated with the legend of Lord Krishna. It is believed that on the way to Dwarka from Bhismakanagar, Krishna and Rukmini were resting here and they were offered the choicest flowers by Parvati. Krishna was all praise for Parvati and addressed her as Malini-Mistress of Garland, since then the place has been known as Malinithan. |
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This
circuit commences at Roing, the district headquarters of Lower Dibang
Valley District. The best season to visit the circuit is from November to
February. Indigenous tribes you find in the route are Idu Mishmi and Adi (Padam).
The languages spoken by the indigenous people in the route are Idu Mishmi,
Adi, Hindi, Assamese, Nepali and English. Places
of interest in the Circuit are, Mayudia, Bhishmaknagar, Hunli, Mehao Lake,
Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary, Diband Wild Life Sanctuary, Sally Lake, Ruins of
Rukmini Nati and picturesque town of Anini, district Headquarters of
Dibang Valley.
Roing
is known for the historical fort of Bhishmaknagar built with clay bricks
and embellished with pottery. The
fortress has an elongated semi-circular shape. The complex of the main
centre has a palace made of bricks. The palace extends over 1860 metres
plinth area, which consists of three main halls. King Bhishmka built it in
the 12th Century AD.
The
Bhishmaknagar Fort was first excavated in 1996-97, which testifies to the
penetration of the Aryan culture into Arunachal date back to 4th century
A.D. Mehao
Lake forms a part of the Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary, situated at a distance
of approximately 17kms. from Roing. It is a vast lake covering an area of
about 4sq.kms. The surrounding of the lakes are extremely rich in flora
and fauna. Water of the Lake is absolutely crystal clear and a walk around
the lake is a divine pleasure.
Sally,a
lake resort 3kms.from Roing. Its forms a part of Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary.
It is a natural lake surrounded by thick vegetation. The lake overlooks
the beautiful valley down below on the far horizon. Mehao Wildlife
Sanctuary, which covers 281.5 Sq Km provides ample opportunity for the
visitors to see primate species such as Hoolock Gibbon, Tiger, Elephant,
leopard etc. in wild. Another wildlife sanctuary we can find in the route
is Dibang wildlife sanctuary, the largest sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh
covering and area of 4149 Sq. Km and the prime attractions are musk deer,
black bear, leopard, Khali and many other rare birds. 12
km from Roing, visitors can see the ruins of Princess Rukmini of Rukminati,
which is situated at the heart of Chimri village. One can find the remains
of burnt and baked bricks, which indicate the progress of the erstwhile
civilization. The legend associated with the site tells that this was the
palace of Princess Rukmini, the daughter of King Bhismaka.
Mayudia,
a unique hill resort, is 56kms.from the district headquarters, Roing. It
is situated at an altitude of about 7000 ft. amidst lofty hills, lush
green forests and breathtaking landscapes.
The
area witnesses snow fall between December and March. Thick covers of snow
adds exquisite serenity to the palce. There is a beautiful guest house
overlooking the picturesque valley. A drive from Roing to Mayudia itself
is a wonderful experience.
About 90 kms from Roing on
the way to Anini is a picturesque small town called Hunli. There is an
interesting cave temple at Kupunli near Hunli. The Motor drive from Roing
to Hunli through the well-maintained blacktopped road provides thrill and
eye catching scenic beauty. The entry and exist point for the circuit is Shantipur, Assam. Visitors can reach Roing by bus from Tinsukia via Sadiya and by ferry from Dholaghat to Sadia and by bus from Sadia. The nearest railway station is Tinsukia in Assam and the nearest airport is at Dibrugarh (Mohanbari). Accommodations in the routes are Circuit Houses and Inspection Bungalows.
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