Itanagar

Introduction

This is a Hill Resort of Itanagar and is the capital of the Indian State of Arunachal Pradesh.

Itanagar is also known as mini India, as people from all over the country, live here in harmony and the main tribe is called Nishis. Situated at the foothills of Himalayas with a population of 34,970 it is also well connected with the rest of the country by road and air communications.

Itanagar also houses the official residence of the Govener and the city recently engaged in an attempt to preserving the centuries old heritage of the tribal communities in the area.

Also located close by is the plains of the Brahmaputra River.

Itanagar experiences a subtropical and alpine climates which enables it to be pleasant all through the year, with monsoon rains between the months of July and September with an average rainfall received of 260 cm annually. ... Show details

Places you can see

Ita-fort

Ita-fort is a top-spot for tourists when in Itanagar.

Itanagar derives its name from the Ita Fort which dates back to the Ahom rulers in the 14th century. Constructed with more than 8 million bricks it stood guardian to the capital city.

Buddhist Monastery

Buddhist Monastery the landmark of Buddha Vihar, as the name indicates it is a Buddhist shrine and lies in the hill amidst gorgeous green gardens with a yellow roof

The Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Museum

The Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Museum provides a great view of the State and one can see wood carvings, musical instruments, textiles, handicrafts and archeological finds.

Ganga Lake

Ganga Lake is finally a lovely picnickers spot for nature lovers. Ganaga Lake is actually a great tourist spot, with gorgeous greens wrapping the Lake.

For those interested in adventure sports, Bomdila near Itanagar is a place to visit and indulge into trekking.