Arunachal Pradesh, situated in the eastern nook of India where
the sun strikes its rays before illuminating the rest of the
country, is a land of rugged grandeur where mountain massifs
are gorged through by roaring rivers and gentle streams.
It
offers a breathtaking spectacle of Nature's glory in a wild
profusion of flora,and people abounding in a variety of customs,
cultures, languages and dresses. This 'Land of wounder', in
a every sense of the term, has been variously described as 'The
hidden land', the 'terra Incognito' and the 'Enchanting Frontier'.
Arunachal Pradesh, earlier known as the North East Frontier
Agency, is a veritable treasure house house that would tempt
a specialist in any discipline: the sociologist, the archaeologist,
the biologist, the nature lover, the anthropologist, the holiday-maker
and the administrator. Entry into Arunachal Pradesh was regulated
by an Inner Line Permit System but now the state encourages
and invites tourists to relax in its picturesque hills and dales
and to 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 faiths
in the inexorable power of Nature. A visitors has a rich variety
of option to prepare his schedule of tours. There are places
of worship and pilgrimage such as Prasuramkund and the Tawang
Monastery; the sites of archaeological excavtion like Malinithan
and Itanagar; the serene beauty of lakes such as the Ganga Lake
or the Sela Lake; or the numerous variations of species of flowers
and herbs prosper. In addition, the state also offers opportunities
for sports such as angling, boating, rafting, trekking and hiking.
Besides, there are a number of wildlife sanctuaries and national
parks where rare animals, birds and plants will fascinate the
visitor. The Buddhist temple provides a good view of the capital
town of Itanagar. Naharlagun, has a Polo Park and a interesting
botonical garden atop a ridge. It provides glimpses of Himalayan
fauna.
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