The Monpa tribe is one of the most populous tribes of Arunachal Pradesh and is considered as one of the major tribal communities in the entire region. Monpas are the inhabitants of the high altitude Tawang district and the mountain passes of Bomdila in West Kameng district. Historically, the Tibetan word Monpa referred to all … Continue reading
via Vimeo: Shot over a period of one year from support from the UNESCO-MacArthur Foundation, the above incredible film portrays the story of the Brokras, who are semi-nomadic yak hunters living in the remote mountains of western Arunachal Pradesh. They are perhaps are one of the most fascinating tribes of the region who spend few months every … 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
North-East India is rich with tribes (more than 200 of them) and celebrations. It can be well worth your time during your next vacation to travel to this region and take part in some of the celebrations. Festivals are important economic engines for many of these areas, and some organizers have even taken to promoting … Continue reading
Perched at a soaring height of around 10,000 ft above sea level, Tawang is a mountainous tract in the North-west extremity of Arunachal Pradesh. This earthly paradise is a hidden treasure filled with Buddhist chants & benign monks. Feed you souls to the heavenly views, immerse yourself in the serenity & marvel at the pleasant … Continue reading
Tawang District in Arunachal Pradesh is home to more than 100 high mountain Himalayan lakes. Most of them remain frozen in winters, and almost all of them remain as silent as the air that roam these spiritual lands. For a visit to these landscapes, visit Tour of Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh. Related Posts :- Tawang … Continue reading
Photographed somewhere near the Buddhist town of Tawang in the high Himalayas, the horses seemed perfectly at ease, like spirits out on a gentle stroll, and as secretive as Himalayan mist. Related Posts :- Photo Of Day – Prayers And Flags (greenerpasturesind.wordpress.com) Tawang Tour – A spiritual journey through Buddhist Tawang (thegreenerpastures.com) Continue reading
The Aka Tribe, also known as the Hruso Tribe, live in the Kameng area of the state of Arunachal Pradesh. They are mainly animists, but have been influenced by both Buddhism and Hinduism. They are fascinating in their superstitious beliefs and magical practices. Here is a tale from their culture that describes how the world was formed – At the … Continue reading
At 14,000ft above the sea, a presence of a certain mystery can be felt, like having stepped in the heavens. White mists play hide and seek; at times covering you in its blanket of cotton like comfort, or at times, making way for other colors of nature to show themselves. Photo taken at Sela Pass, … Continue reading
