Northeast India- The Unexplored part of India

Northeast India also popularly known as the seven sisters of India, is one of the most unexplored part of India. It’s a very bitter truth that many people of India don't even know which are the states that come under this regime. So let me first mention the states:Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura. These states all have different cultures and different lifestyles. Widely unexplored all these states are rich in biodiversity and the people are also involved in maintaining this biodiversity and we can say that it’s a pride for all the northeastern states and the whole country.

            Northeast is basically known by only few regions like Guwahati, Kaziranga, Tawang and Meghalaya, but there are yet many unexplored, scenic, and breathtaking places existing in this region. So let’s begin our journey to some of the scenic places of Northeast.

1.    Majuli- The Largest River Island in the world

 

Situated along the waters of Bramhaputra, it’s a place rich with its culture and heritage. Its one of the best place for hunting experience.

 

Places to Visit: Faato Bihu- Mohguli Chapori, Molai Forest, Phatobihu

You can enjoy: Can visit Kamalbari Satra and Dakhinpat Satra a center of art, literature, music in Majuli. Enjoy picnic at Tengapani, a popular picnic spot.

2.     Tripura-The Queen of Hills

 

It is the third smallest state in the Northeast india. Tripura is surrounded by deltas of Bangladesh on all the four sides. The Scenic backgrounds, scintillating rivers make this place a unique one. It is majorly known for its architectural grandeur and medieval history.

 

Places to Visit: Tripura Government Museum, Neermahal, unakoti, Ujjyanta palace, Rudrasagar lake, Sipahijola Wildlife Sanctuary, Humhum Waterfall.

You can enjoy: Boat riding to Neer Mahal, Know/Learn about the primitive art forms of Unakoti, Go tribal Walking in Jampui Hills.

3.    Cherrapunji- The Wettest Place in the World

 

Located in Meghalaya, widely known for the root bridges formed due to ceaseless rain. It is also known for best places to hangout in Northeast India in the holidays.

 

Places to Visit: Mawsmai Cave, Seven Sister Falls, First Presbyterian Church, Mawdok Dympep, Rainbow Falls, Double Decker Living Root bridge.

You can enjoy: Tropical flora and Fauna while trekking and Camping under the climbing root bridges.

 

4.    Shillong- A Quaint Town Surrounded by the Rolling Hills

Shillong is one of the best place who wants to spend their holidays in the summer in the north eastern states. The city has many scenic beauties starting from the shimmering lakes, lush hills with pine trees, mystical waterfalls and many adventure activities makes it a point of attraction for the Tourists. It is the only hill station in India that is accessible from every corner.

 

Places to Visit: Ward’s lake, Shillong Peak, Sweet Falls, Khasi Hills, Umiam Lake, and many more…

You Can Enjoy: Boating at Umiam Lake, Riding at Umiam Lake Water Complex, Shopping at Bara Bazaar.

 

5.  Gangtok: The Capital City of Sikkim

 

It is the largest city of Sikkim, an urban settlement. Its one of the top recommended places to visit in the North East India.

 

Places to visit: Nathu la Pass, Hanuman tok, Phodong Monastery, Rumtek Monastery, KIhecheopalri Lake.

You Can Enjoy: River riding in Teesta, paragliding, riding a yak at Tsomgo Lake, Ropeways at Deorali.

6.    Tawang- The Urban Summer Destination:

It is located in the lap of the Great Eastern Himalayas, the less explored town is a place of Scenic beauty and calmness all over. It is a place of Buddhism and Monasteries. It has a wide tribal culture and enriched with natural beauty in the Great Himalayas

 

Places to Visit: Tawang Monastery, Craft Center, Tawang war Memorial, Khimney Monastery, Brahmadung Monastery.

You Can Enjoy: Spectacular High Altitude Lakes, Colorful flowers and the scenic beauty.

 

7.  Mechuka- The Last Town of Arunachal Pradesh

Located at the wests if the “Arunachal Pradesh- The Land of rising Sun” the town is surrounded with Mountains and plateaus. It is known for its breathtaking views from over the mountains, Pine trees covered with the snow in the winter gives you thriving feeling of enjoying the winters in the Singapore.

 

Places to visit: Hanuman Mandir, Gurudwara Saheb

You Can Enjoy: Trekking in the hills, Strolling in the Town side.

 

8.    Mizoram-  The Home of Highlanders

 

If you want to enjoy a idyllic, languorous, holiday Mizoram is a perfect one. It’s a place with calmness and unhurried pace, 11000 feet above the sea level the city lies on the hilly ridge, with the entire valley lying below like a glittering Jewel.

 

Places To Visit: Reiek Mountain, Tam Dil Lake, Solomon’s Temple, Aizawl, Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary.

You Can Enjoy: Mountain Biking in Hmuifang hills, Go trekking in the Virgin forests, Try Mizo Bland Food and many more adventurous activities.

 

9.    Manipur- A Musical Utopia

It’s a cultural state enriched with singing and Dancing. The great dancing style Manipuri originated from here only.

 

Places to Visit: Three Mothers Art Gallery, Kangla Fort, Khongjom War Memorial, Manipur Zoological Garden.

You can enjoy: Boating in Lohtak Lake, Shop in Moreh- Tamu International Market, Visit Keibul Lamjao National park.

 

10.Mokochung- Nagaland

 

It’s one of the most beautiful place in Nagaland inhabited by the Naga tribe. It is also known as “Land of Pioneers”. It is the place where the famous battalion troop of our country The Assam Riffles was established by the Britishers in the 19^th century. 

 

Places to Visit: Longkhum, Molung Village, Langpankong Caves

You Can Enjoy: Enjoy the harvesting festival Tsungremong, Explore rural life in the nearby villages.

 

11.Dzuku Valley- Nagaland

 

Located in the borders of Nagaland and Manipur, it’s a place well known for its natural environment, flowers, flora and fauna. Its also known for its breathtaking view of the city from the hills. You can enjoy trekking over here.

 

12.Ziro Valley- Arunachal Pradesh

 

Situated in Arunachal Pradesh this place has a great tourist attraction. It is majorly known for its Musical festival which occurs every year where the local artists and the artists from all over the country perform.

 

 

 

So, you can see there are still many unexplored parts in these regions so if you want to have some adventure you can definitely try out these places.

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