Arunachal Pradesh

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Arunachal Pradesh, a serene land tucked into the north eastern tip of India, invites one to relax in its picturesque hills and dales enjoy its salubrious climate and meet its simple and hospitable people, with their glorious heritage of arts and crafts and colourful festivals that reflect their ancient faith in the inexorable power of nature.

Arunachal Pradesh is on the north eastern tip of India, bordering Bhutan on the west, Chine on the north and Myanmar (Burma) on the east and the state of Assam on the south, Part of the eastern Himalayan ranges, it covers more than 60 percent of Arunachal Pradesh with its numerous turbulent streams, roaring rivers, deep gorges, lofty mountains, snow clad shining peaks, hundreds and thousands of species of flora and fauna. Its endless variations of Scenic beauty are the first to greet sunrise in the country. The state is proud of having more than five hundred rare species of orchids. Its rivers are ideal for angling, boating, rafting and its rugged terrain is suitable for trekking, hiking and holidaying in a serene atmosphere.

The people of Arunachal Pradesh are of Mongoloid stock with a glorious heritage of arts and crafts, enchanting folk songs and are a simple, friendly hospitable people. Their colorful festivals are a manifestation of their faith and belief, conceived by their ancient fore fathers, in the power of nature.

General Information

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State Name Arunachal_Pradesh State Capital Itanaga
Official Language http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindi
Other Languages
Population (2001 Census) 1,091,117 Area (km.²) 83,743
Vehicle Code AR Coordinates
Number of Districts 15 Pincode Range 790-792
Best Time to Visit Clothing Summer: Cotton;
  • Winter: Woolen
  • Season: October to April
  • Altitude Weather Climate: Highly hot and humid in the lower altitude, Very cold in the higher altitude Rainfall 3,300 CMS average
    Airports Railway Lines
    Places of Interest Other Details
  • Language: Spoken English, Hindi, Assamese
  • Wildlife Sanctuaries : Itanagar, Pakhui, Laki Mehao
  • National Parks : Namdapha, Mouling
  • Wikipedia Link http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arunachal_Pradesh


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    State Bird Great Hornbill State Animal Mithun
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    State Tree Hollong State Flower Lady Slipper Orchid