Dong is a splendid village in Lohit District, Arunachal Pradesh, located a few miles away from the Chinese border, famous for being the easternmost human settlement of India, and to receive the country’s first sunrise. There are many things to do in and around the village. Learn about the village culture of the hospitable and very traditional … Continue reading »
As in elsewhere in the world, Arunachal Pradesh too is at a critical junction struggling to fight against climate change. It is March here now and we ‘re already experiencing warm days not felt before. As the world become warmer, continuing to follow an extravagant and unsustainable approach to utilizing the resources of this world, it is in … Continue reading »
Sally Lake is located near the town of Roing in eastern Arunachal Pradesh. Not frequently visited by outsiders, except by the local tribesmen who often come in search for a quick meal of fish, the lake is a serene sight with its lust greenery and fresh water. The above photograph was taken in December last … Continue reading »
For few days, we were inside a rainforest. Surrounded by a continuous layer of greenery. The tall trees, standing next to each other, so many of them, would seldom allow sunlight to touch the ground. It was on the fourth day that our trek brought us outside the enclosure, into a landscape that stretched magnificently till … Continue reading »
We had left from Along to Pasighat in Arunachal Pradesh, traveling in the Siang Valley. A week of rain had given way to a spectacular sunshine. There were massive cloud formations and a blue blissful sky. The green was still wet from the water, rejuvenated. The mountains felt young and alive. It was the change of … Continue reading »
The southern foothills of Meghalaya are like a doorway to vast landscapes of an another world. Apart from the striking greenery all around which has the ability to calm a soul, can be seen are the watery world of the floodplains of Bangladesh and far away Mizo Hills where few people go. Related Posts: … Continue reading »
There is always a lot of excitement when travelling from Assam to Arunachal Pradesh. The first view of the not-so-distant Himalayan mountains just about ignite the mysterious inside, while the vast greens of the plains provide for an easy going mind. Related Posts: Photo Of The Day ~ Somewhere Where The Himalayas Begin Photo Of … Continue reading »
At 9000 feet above sea level and in the coldness of the winters, I discovered that Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh is a spiritually enlightened Buddhist outpost. Located remotely, cutoff from civilization, Buddhism reigns in all its glory here. The only sounds heard are the silence in the air, the chants of monks and the beats … Continue reading »
This waterfall near Gangtok (Sikkim) is a great place to escape the bustling crowd and spend some meaningful time in a zen like environment. There is a small monastery and cafeteria too in the premises. Related Posts: Borderlands And Snow – Escaping To Sikkim Progressive Buddhism Photo Of The Day ~ Monks And Toys For … Continue reading »
An isolated and remote tribal village in Arunachal Pradesh, surrounded by the greenery that sprouts during every rainy season. A place where minimalism and sustainability is practiced in the daily lifestyle, where the people are simple, warm and friendly. Related Posts: Central Arunachal Pradesh Tour – Day 3,4 – Daporijo, Subansiri And Tagins Photo Of The Day – A … Continue reading »
