The Dirang Dzong or Dirang fort was built in the 17th century to protect Bomdila from the neighbouring states. During the infamous Vietnam War, the fort was used as a jail. During the World War period, this fort was used as a shelter. The fort is located atop a hill and comprises four-storied fortified stone […]
Dirang is a small riverside hamlet in western Arunachal Pradesh and is situated at an altitude of around 8910 feet above sea-level. The town lies on the highway connecting Bomdila with Tawang. Dirang is also the sub-divisional headquarters of West Kameng district. The best way to reach Dirang is by first taking the overnight bus […]
The far eastern part of India is bordered by Tibet and Bhutan, Tawang is home to the second oldest monastery in the world. Here are things of things to do while in this area. 1. Tawang Homestay You are in the Himalayas and more importantly in the northeast of India. There is no better place […]
Here is a checklist of things to have while backpacking to the North Eastern region of India for six to 15 days Documents: Travelling gear: Clothing: Personal: Accessories: –>For a similar experience, >>Click here
Here is tlow’s 10 day backpacker road trip around the North Eastern regions of Arunchal Pradesh & Meghalaya. In 10 days we experience the cold weather of Tawang and the Monasteries in the region and then we move to the more colorful tropical plans of Shillong and Cherrapunji in Meghalaya. Tawang Inclusion: Exclusions: Only on […]
Sangestar Tso Lake is a high altitude Himalayan lake in Tawang district of Arunachal Pradesh in North-Eastern India. The lake is situated at a towering altitude of around 12,500 feet above sea level (3810 m). This high altitude lake is located at a distance of around 30 km from the town of Tawang. The only […]
Bomdila is a small Buddhist town nestled high up within the mighty snow-clad Himalayas in the West Kameng district of Arunachal Pradesh in North East India. Bomdila is situated at an altitude of around 8,500 feet above sea-level (2750 m) and is also the gateway to Tawang. There are two entry points to reach Dombila. […]
The city of Itanagar, is also the state capital of Arunachal Pradesh, the biggest of the seven sisters North Eastern belt of India. Itanagar is situated on the foothills of the Himalayas at an altitude of around 1150 feet above sea-level (351m). To enter any district of Arunachal Pradesh will require you to obtain an […]
Here is TLOW’s seven day blueprint around the North Eastern Himalayan gem of Tawang also known as the land of Monpas. Our road trip starts off from Guwahati in Assam and goes all the way to the Indo-China border covering some of the most remote villages in Arunchal Pradesh. Tawang TRIP COST: Rs 16,000 + […]