Northeast Frontier State of Arunachal Pradesh is tucked on the lap of Eastern Himalayan range stretching from snow-capped mountains in the north to the plains of Brahmaputra valley in the south.
Arunachal Pradesh means the "Land of Dawn-lit Mountains" since this region first greets the morning sun in India. The land also finds mentions the ancient literature of puranas and the Mahabharata.
Arunachal Pradesh offers a dream escape from the matter of fact world. Placid mountain ranges, unspoilt greenery, turbulent streams gushing through and the colourful tribes lay an invitation for you to travel to Arunachal Pradesh.
The land still remains much like a virgin territory unspoilt by the hustle bustles of the fast paced civilization. The tranquil wilderness and the mystic 'Gompas' are sure to make your travel to Arunachal Pradesh a memory to cherish.
The most sparsely populated state of India, Arunachal Pradesh is home to nearly 26 tribes and a number of sub-tribes. In spite of the ethnical similarities underlying, the tribes vary in language, dress and social customs, mostly because of the geographical isolation from one another. Throughout the year the some tribe or the other have their festivals to celebrate. The extravaganzas are truly worth a visit.
There are a number of interesting destinations in Arunachal Pradesh. Tawang, Parashuram Kund, Bhismaknagar, Malinithan, Akashiganga, Itanagar, Bomdila (all link to Tourist Attractions of Arunachal Pradesh page) are just a few to mention. Don't give them a miss to when you travel to Arunachal Pradesh.
Even if you were a wild life enthusiast, the state would not disappoint you. As many as 7 Wild Life Sanctuaries & 4 National Parks (all link to Tourist Attractions of Arunachal Pradesh page) offers you the opportunity to see a wide range of wild lives in their natural habitat, when you travel to Arunachal Pradesh.
| Location | North-Eastern part of India Bhutan to the west (160 km), China to the north and north-east (1,080 km) Myanmar to the east (440 km). |
| Latitude | Between 26° 30' N and 29° 30' N |
| Longitude | Between 91° 30' E and 97° 30' E |
| Area | 83,743 sq. km2. 55% of the total area of India 31.94% of the North East. |
| Altitude | 750 m above sea level |
| Max Temperature | 27.50°C |
| Min Temperature | 13.50°C |
| Average Annual Rainfall | 365 mm |
| Capital | Itanagar |
| Population | 1,091,11713 persons per sq. km |
| Languages | Hindi, Assamese, BengaliLocal dialects like Monpa, Miji, Aka, Sherdukpen, |
| Religion | Hinduism, Buddhism, Christianity |
| Best Time to Visit | October to April |
| Clothing | Summer - Cotton Winter - Heavy woolen |
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