Buddha Park, also known as Tawang Buddha Park, is a popular tourist destination located in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh, India. The park is situated at an altitude of approximately 10,000 feet above sea level and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The main attraction of the park is a towering statue of Lord…
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Nyukmadong War Memorial | Arunachal Pradesh
The Nyukmadong War Memorial is located on a specious 1.5 acre plot of land, overlooking the famous battle ground of 18 Nov 1962. It nestles in a three tired terraced landscape with beautiful coniferous trees planted around. The main memorial is in the form of a 25 feet high ‘Chorten’ conforming to the local ethos…
Sela Paas – A complete guide | Places to visit in Arunachal
Se-La with la denoting Paas is one of the most visited tourist attractions in Arunachal Pradesh. It is among the most breathtaking places you could see in your lifetime. Sela pass acts as a lifeline for the people of Tawang and it gets heavenly as it gets. In this article, we will see some of…
Gompalok homestay Dirang | Rungkhung Village
Gompalok homestay is located in Rungkhung village of Dirang around 4km from the main city. Dirang is an offbeat hidden gem of Arunachal Pradesh located 4910 ft above sea level. Although there are many options for stay in Dirang, in this article I will be reviewing the Gompalok Homesay. Location of Homestay The homestay is…
Tawang Monastery | Legend story | Architecture
Tawang Monastery is the largest monastery in India and second largest and oldest in Asia. And now you know why visiting this monastery is a must when visiting Arunachal Pradesh. Facts It is situated on a mountain in Tawang at an altitude of over 3000m . Tawang monastery in tibetian language is known as GaldenNamgeyLhatse…
Dirang Dzong Arunachal Pradesh| All you need to know before visiting
Dirang is a beautiful town on the banks of river Kameng, and is around 42 km from Bomdila. It is famous for hot springs, yaks research centers and Dirang Dzong which we will read about in this article. What is Dirang Dzong? Dirang Dzong or Dirang fort was built in 17th century to protect Bomdila…
Dirang Monastery | Places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh | A complete guide
Another name for Dirang Monastery is Thupsung Dhargey Ling Monastery, and is certainly one of the most beautiful Monastery in Arunachal Pradesh This Monastery is in fact a learning institute for the study of Tibetian Buddhism by monks and other people. The name “Thupsung Dhargey Ling ” was given by His Holiness Dalai Lama, which…
Bomdila Monastery, Arunachal Pradesh
Bomdila Monastery was built in 1965 by 12th incarnation of TsonaGontse Rinpoche. Inside the gompa, there’s huge prayer hall which is used by lamas for praying. The monastery belongs to Mahayana Buddhism, and also known as Gentse Gaden Rabgyel Lling monastery. Bomdila monastery is a replica of the Tsona gontse monastery of Tsona Gontse Rinpoche….
Tawang – Top Must visit places | How to reach | Best time to visit
Tawang is the nature’s wonder right here in the North Eastern part of India. It is located around 185 kms from Bomdila and is at an altitude of 3025 m above sea level. The inhabitants of the district are the Monpa Tribes. The major festivals celebrated by Monpas are Losar and Torgya. How to reach…
Manda La Top | Ultimate guide to 108 Mane, Dirang, Arunachal Pradesh
Manda La top is a series of 108 buddhist stupa that have been built in a circle, on the top of mountain in Arunachal Pradesh. It is one of the kind place where Om Mani Padme Hum is inscribed on 108 stupas. Buddhist stupa is a religious monument, which is built for a loved one…
Bumla Paas – How to Reach, What to visit | How to get Permit?
At an elevation of 15200 ft, Bumla pass marks Indo China border. A major attraction of Arunachal Pradesh can only be visited if you have special permission from the Office of Deputy Commissioner of Tawang and then the Indian Army containment of Tawang. When you reach Bumla, a feeling of patriotism evokes, looking at how…