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Sunday, August 15, 2010

State Bird-- Hornbill

The beautiful bird above is Hornbill and is the State Bird of Arunachal pradesh.

State Animal

Mithun is the State Animal of Arunachal Pradesh. Mithun is used as a ceremonial animal and plays important role in economical, social and cultural life of the tribal people of North-East. it signifies power and strength.

State flower

ORCHID
 Arunachal Pradesh is mostly known for its elegance beauty and evergreen region and so its 
 State Flower-Orchid. Orchid signifies beauty, style and grace. Orchid is the most highly coveted of ornamental plants. 

This section introduces you to Arunachal Pradesh and urges you to explore its magnificent uniqueness.

Arunachal - The Land of The Rising Sun
Wake up to the first sunlight of India in Arunachal Pradesh during your holiday vacations. Savour a mug of herbal tea and rejoice the scenic beauty of this magical state. The state is a home to many tribes dwelling amidst its virgin aura, still nurturing their ancient culture and customs.


Itanagar - The Heritage Capital
The state capital derives its name from Ita Fort, an ancient brick fort situated here. Itanagar is noted as an archaeological site and for its Gekar Sinyi (Ganga Lake) that chill the ambience of this hilly sliver.

A Celebration of Devotion
Arunachal boasts of many ancient monasteries and forgotten shrines, surrounded by clouds of devotion. Visit the famous tawang Monastery portraying the spiritual life of the Gelugpa Buddhists. The ruins and relics of the Krishna temple at Malinithan is also a must see for every tourist.


A Celebration With Nature
A climate varying from tropical to temperate and alpine has made Arunachal a bio-diverse hotspot tourist destination. Four of the great cats range through its forests together with other visious species of reptiles that crawl over the arms of dense forests. Interestingly, one of Asia's largest orchidariums is at Tipi in Arunachal.

For An Exotic Adventure Thrill
The hills of Arunachal are famous as superb adventure pads all over the country. Go anywhere and you will get enough options to enjoy your hearts out. Visit Bomdila and Tawang, a paradise for trekkers and mountaineers.


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An exotic view of tawang...

Saturday, August 14, 2010

Arunachal Pradesh - Land of Rising Sun

Arunachal Pradesh - Land of Rising Sun. Its a very beautiful place. The spot in the photo is in Naharlagun.