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 Hidden Gems of Arunachal Pradesh

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Arunachal Pradesh is the northeasternmost state of India. It borders the states of Assam and Nagaland to the south. It shares international borders with Bhutan in the west, Myanmar in the east, and a disputed border with China in the north at the McMahon Line. 

Arunachal Pradesh is also a Northeastern State with lots of Gems with it. Read Blog till end You will Get to know a lot.

Before travelling to Arunachal Pradesh you need to arrange for Inner Line Permit. You can get this at the state office in Delhi, Guwahati or Tezpur.

1. Mayodia Pass:

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Mayodia Pass is located about 56 km from Roing in Arunachal Pradesh, with an elevation of 2,655 m above sea level. "Mayodia" is a Deori-Chutia word which stands for "shrine of mother goddess", "Mayo" means "mother goddess", "Di" means "water" and "Ya" means "land". It is a frequent domestic tourist attraction for the snow fall it receives during winters. Nearest town is Roing (56 km).

Mayodia is a popular local tourist attraction due to the snow fall it receives during winters. Snowfall starts in November and continues until March, but heavy snowfall occurs between the month of January and February.

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2. Dirang:

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Dirang is beautiful valley. The flat landscape with farm lands and the winding river will surely make you thank your stars for being able to experience Mother Nature’s artwork. Both Bomdila and Dirang have good markets to shop for some clothes, jewelry and other Chinese items. While at these valleys visit the Dirang Hot Springs.

3. Jung:

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At an altitude of 8,000 feet, Jung is a sleepy little town. The town derives its name from the famous Jung Falls nearby. Apart from a visit to the Jung Falls, tourists can also visit the local Monastery and market (selling Chinese items). Restaurants in Jung serve most delicious momos.

4. Jaswant Garh:

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The shrine is a constant reminder of our brave soldiers and their ultimate sacrifices. One can visit the small museum maintained by the Indian Army and enjoy lip smacking Samosas and hot tea, all for free, provided by the Indian Army. If you are lucky enough and the weather is clear, you will be able to see Jung and other towns at a distance. The view is amazing.

5. Sela Pass:

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Sela is one of the few passes between India and China.Temperatures here can go as low as -10C and this pass rarely sees sunlight. Get a picture clicked with the sign board as a memory to have reached above everyone else on earth (at 13,700ft). Enjoy the picturesque Sela Lake and if the weather permits, take a detour to Gompa, also known as the Land of Thousand Lakes.

• Trivia: Sela Pass is the only Pass in the world which has a lake.

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6. Anini:

Anini is the headquarters of the Dibang Valley district in the state of Arunachal Pradesh in Northeast India. Anini was also the district headquarters of the undivided Dibang Valley district. It is a small underdeveloped town, mainly because of its remoteness. Yet, it still has basic road and air links to the rest of India.

7. Tenga Valley:

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This beautiful valley, fed by the Tenga River, will be an apt introduction to Arunachal. One can enjoy several outdoor activities at Tenga Valley such as trekking, river crossing and river rafting. If you like shopping, then pay a visit to the Tenga Market. Here, one can buy Baku (Tibetan dress), stone jewelry and other traditional artifacts. If you are not interested in either; simply sit by the river and watch the magnificent sun rise above you. Either way, you will be rejuvenated. While at Tenga Valley do not miss visiting the Naag Mandir.

8. Dambuk:

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Dambuk is a Tehsil in the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh. Lower Dibang Valley is the name of the district that contains Tehsil Dambuk.

The Orange Festival of Adventure & Music (OFAM) pitches itself as India’s first fest that combines adventure sports and music gigs on one platform. So much so that getting to Dambuk — the village that hosts the four-day event — is an off-road challenge in itself. A bumpy SUV negotiating rickety roads, tea estates, slush, jungle dirt tracks and, of course, orange orchards makes its way to Dambuk.

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