Tezpur - Bhalukpong - Bomdila - Tawang Tourist Circuit
The circuit covers a distance of 350Km starting from Tezpur , the Headquarter of Sonitpur district in Assam to the 17th century Monaste It on a jutting spur overlooking the wide Tawang valley at an altitude of 10,000 ft .
Bhalukpong : 156 Kms from Tezpur & 213m above msl ) is the entry point to Arunachal . It is famous for Archaeological ruins of King Bhaluka , an ancient ruler of the region . A historical fort of 10th - 12th Century AD is situated in the foothills of the region . The Stone remains of the fort can be seen . Some of the important remains of the capital of King Bhaluka and his grandson Bana of Mahabharata fame have been preserved which speak of its earlier glory .
The mighty river Kameng after completing all turbulent courses enters Bhalukpong in a serene flow which provides rare opportunity of adventure tourism and a beautiful picnic spot .
Tipi : ( 5 Kms from Bhalukpong ) is a botanical paradise of the state . It is home to about 450 species of orchids . Some of them are rare and endangered species . There is an orchid museum too . Water falls and its natural beauty are other attractions .
Sessa : ( 24 Km from Tipi on the way to Bomdilal A natural orchid sanctuary amidst chirping birds spread over iosqKm . Over 2600 Orchids representing 80 species have been cultivated in natural surroundings . It is an exemplary effort of natural resource conservation .
Bomdila:
(109 Km from Bhalukpong & 2700m above msl) is the Headquarter of West Kameng District and home of the Aka(Hrusso), Miji(Sajalong), Monpa, Sherdukpen, and Bogun(Khawas) tribes. Craft centre, Monasteries, Echnographic Museum, Emporium etc. are worth visiting. One can also watch various snow clad mountain peaks from Bomdila including a bird's eye view of Kangto and Gorichen Peaks, the highest peak of the state. Dirang:
(42 Kms from Bomdila &1497m above msl) Hot water springs where people take bath for curing skin ailments, Apple and Kiwi orchards, National Yak Research and Breeding Centre at Nigmadung, Sheep Breeding Farm and Sangti Valley where Siberian black necked storks visit during winter are the places worth visiting. Sela Pass:
(45 Kms from Dirang & 4114m above msl) On the way to Tawang, Sela Pass is the world's second highest motorable pass at 14000 ft with a high altitude serene crystal blue water natural lake. The natural beauty of the surrounding landscape is a dream come true feeling.Nurannang:
(12 Kms from Sela Pass) is home to Cold water Snow and rainbow Trout Fish Hatchery where one can go fishing in the chilly waters.Jaswant Garh:
(4 Kms from Nuranang) A memorial for Veer Jaswant Singh of the 4th Garhwal Rifles, the recipient of the Mahavir Chakra (Posthumous) who alone stopped the Chinese Army for 72 hours during the 1962 aggression, is a place where patriotic emotions of all Indians find a natural expression. -Tawang:
(183 Kms from Bomdila & 350o m above msl) has a unique historic perspective mixed with natural beauty and solitude of Gudpi and Chong-Chugmi ranges and Tawang chu River and Valley. Tawang is an important seat of Mahayana Buddhism famous for Tawang Monastery of the Gelukpa founded by Mera Lama Lodre Gyaltso during the 17th century, and a contemporary of the sth Dalai Lama.
This is the second largest Monastery in Asia and the largest one of its kind in the country which controls 17 Gompas in the region. The mose imposing part of the Monastery is the three storied assembly hall which houses the temple and the 28 ft high Golden statue of Buddha. The monastery has a big library having an impressive collection of ancient books and manuscripts where the famous Buddhist scriptures Kangyur and Tangyur inscribed in gold are preserved.
Urgyelling is the birch place of Thangyang Gyatso, the sixth Dalai Lama and another sacred place. Bramadung Chung/Sengsarbu Ani Gompa, Gyanggong Ani Gompa are nunneries/ monasteries run by nuns. The Ani Gompas are among the oldest of such type in the country.
Tawang is also famous for beauciful natural Lakes, like the Sangetsar Lake with splendid natural beauty of the surroundings. It is home to snow pigeons and musk deers. PTS0 Lake is surrounded by a picturesque landscape. Other important places to see in and around Tawang are the War Memorial, Craft Centre and local markets.
Tezpur-Seijosa (Pakhui)-Bhalukpong-Tipi-Tezpur Tourist Circuit
This circuit takes one to the Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary one of che largest sanctuaries of Arunachal Pradesh located in the East Kameng district with Forest Divisional headquarter at Seijosa. Seijosa is a small but beautiful Sub-Divisional Administrative Headquarter located on the banks of Pakhui (Pakke) river. It is a hot spot for picnickers. The wildlife sanctuary spreads over an area of 861.95 sq km and has been declared as a Project Tiger Reserve (Pakke Tiger reserve). Some of the major wildlife species found in the sanctuaries are tiger, elephant, gaur, sambar, barking deer, leopard, hornbill etc.Itanagar-Ziro-Daporijo-Along-Pasighat Tourist Circuit
Itanagar (capital of Arunachal Pradesh) has a rich mixture of archeological sites of great historical value and built up resources and institutions of great socio-cultural significance. Itafort, 'the fort of bricks' from which the State capital derives its name, is situated in the heart of the capital complex. The fort has an irregular shape, built mainly with bricks dating back to the 14th-1sth Century. The total brickwork is of 16,200 cubic metre lengths which have been identified by some scholars with Mayapur of Ramachandra, a king of the Jitari Dynasty.
Gekar Sinyi
(Ganga Lake) is a beautiful natural lake locally known as Gekar Sinyi (Confined water) surrounded by landmass of hard rock. Jawaharlal Nehru Museum has a rich collection of textiles, weaponry, household articles and handicrafts items reflecting the tribal culture and heritage of Arumachal Pradesh. !
Craft Centre & Emporium at Itanagar is worth visiting where one can see and buy local artifacts like Wall painting, traditional costumes made of natural vegetable and herbal dye yarns, and attractive utility items made of cane and bamboo.
Zoological Park (Zoo) at Chimpu houses a variety of fauna including avi-faunal species.
Indira Gandhi Park at Itanagar m Polo Park a small botanical garden located on top of a ridge at Naharlagun (the twin capital city) are places worth visiting.
Akash Deep Market & Legi Complex are typical small town shopping complexes.
Ziro
Ziro (167Km from Itanagar) is a beautiful plateau and headquarter of Lower Subansiri District bounded on all sides by picturesque hills situated at an altitude of 5000 ft. The place has an imposing landscape of beautiful lush green forest, rivulets and elevated patches. It is famous for Paddy-cum-pisciculture cultivation which attracts many a tourist from different comers of the country. The area is renowned for the terrace paddy fields where the unique system of poly-culture and water management of the Aptanis is practiced.
Talley Valley
Talley Valley (30 Kms from Hapoli old Ziro) is a rich habitat of many unique and endangered plants and wildlife. Talley Valley Reserved Forest and Talley Wildlife sanctuary is situated at an elevated level with rivers like Pange, Sipu, Karing and Subansiri flowing through the Reserved Forest and Sanctuary. It is home to highly endangered species like clouded leopard. Pleioblastus simone is a bamb00 variety only found in Talley Valley.
Shivling at Kardo Hills
The serene hills of kardo is home to and 22 ft in circumference unearthed in the recent past.
Daporijo
Daporijo (327Km from Itanagar& 16oKm from Ziro) is headquarter of Upper Subansiri district situated by the side of the Subansiri river. The small town is endowed with scenic beauty. One can see suspension bridges over Subansiri river made from bamboo and cane- a testimony of rich tribal craftsmanship. Sigem-Daporijo Reserve Forest, Kamala Reserve Forest with its faunal and avi-faunal diversity is worth seeing. Subansiri river is ideal for river rafting, angling and picnic. Museum and Craft Centre are places which could hold your interesc.
Menga Cave
Menga Cave is a natural cave dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is a famous place of worship which draws large number of visitors and pilgrims especially during Makar Sankranti and Shivrati.
Aalo
Aalo (297Km from Itanagar&30om above msl) The Headquarter of West Siang District is situated in a picturesque valley at the confluence of Sipu and Siyom rivers against the backdrop of verdant hills. Aalo is one of the oldest towns with a strong educational set up. Patum Bridge over Yomgo River, Museum and Donyi-Polo Dere are the places of tourist attraction. It is an ideal place for trekking, hiking and angling
Likabali
Likabali (160Km from Itanagar) a Sub Division Headquarter of West Siang District is one of the most widely known and important archaeological site in the State. It is also the entry point to Arunachal from Silapathar in Dhemaji district of Assam.
Malinithan
Malinithan, a place of relics on stones with ruins of temples and valuable sculptures is associated with the mythological legend of Lord Krishna. The site has a temple ruin dating back to 1oth & 14th century AD of rich sculptural and architectural value. Beautifully designed and decorated basement of temple, divine images, icons and deities- animal motifs and floral designs, carved columns and panels have been unearthed. It is believed that on the way to Dwarka from Bhismaknagar, Krishna & Kukmini rested here and they were offered choicest flowers by Goddesss Parvati. Malinithan was a cultural centre of north-east India in the remote past.
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