General Informations

Arunachal is a place of serene beauty amply studded with silver mountain peaks and deep river valleys. The mighty river Brahmaputra adorns Arunachal with its splendid silver beauty. It is a haven to more than 500 rare species of birds like white winged duck, sclater monal, Bengal florican etc. There are 8 wildlife sanctuaries and 2 National Parks in the state. Pay a visit to Namdapha National Park, which is unique with elevation varying from 200 mts. to 4500 mts. Find rare and endangered species of mammals, amphibians, reptiles, butterflies etc. in their natural habitat. Besides, the state has thousands of species of orchids. Nature base tourism has special relevance for the state because of its unique topography, floral and faunal diversity and idyllic settings.

Climate

Hot in summer and pleasant in winter in the foothills. In the hills, it is pleasant in summer and cold to very cold in winter.

Culture

The evergreen land of Arunachal Pradesh is home to 26 major tribes and over 60 sub- tribes. Each of them has distinctive characteristics in language, dress and customs. Polygamy is socially sanctioned and mostly practiced in the state.The people of Tawang and West Kameng districts follow the Lamaistic traditions of Mayana Buddhism.

Festivals

Almost all the festivals of this hill state are linked to agricultural rites, thereby maintaining harmony with nature and the environment that they live in. Throughout the year one or the other tribe celebrates festivals. Some of the important festivals are Si-Donyi of Taqins, Reh of Idu Mishmis, Boori Boot of Hill Miris, Lossar of Monpas, Tamladu of Taraon and Kaman Mishmis, Oriah of Wangchos, Nyokum of Nishis, Mopin of Galos, Dree of Apatanis and Solung of Adis.

Arts & Crafts

The unexplored Arunachal Pradesh is perhaps the best for tribal and cultural tours. The people have a tradition of artistic craftsmanship and sense of aesthetics manifested through the variety of craft such as weaving, painting, pottery, smithy work and wood - carving.