Tawang located in the western corner of Arunachal Pradesh is one of the most sought after travel destinations of Northeast India. It is visited by numerous pilgrims practicing Buddhist faith and also by travelers who are […]
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The Monpa Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh | Celebrating Indigenous Peoples
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 […]
A Documentary on the Brokpas: Semi Nomadic Yak Herders Of Arunachal Pradesh
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 herders living in the remote mountains of western […]
Photo Of The Day ~ To The Himalayas Of The East
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 […]
Photo Of The Day ~ Where Buddhism Soars High
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 […]
5 Popular Festivals of North-East India
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 […]
Tawang – Travel, Adventure, Lakes & Buddhist Spirituality
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 […]
Photo Of The Day – One Of Hundred Lakes
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 […]
Photo Of The Day – Free Spirits
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 […]
North-East India Folklore ~ An AkaTribe Tale On How The World Was Formed
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 […]
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