Northeast India, comprising of the eight states, Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal, Pradesh, Nagaland, Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, Sikkim takes you to a unique expedition like never before. The myriad of cultures, varied languages, exclusive tribal life, exotic food, colorful festivals, and spectacular natural surrounds; this fascinating region of India needs to be explored and exposed to the world outside.
If you haven’t been there yet and contemplating whether to make it or not, then here are top reasons why you should pack your bags and go now:
Stunning Scenery and Unspoilt Nature
North East India is home to some of the most stunning and unspoilt scenery in India – from the grassy plains of Assam to the steam forests and majestic waterfalls of Meghalaya to the snow capped peaks of the soaring Himalayan mountains – North East India showcases unspoilt nature at its finest!
Some of the most well-known though are Ziro Valley and Sela Pass in Arunachal Pradesh, Majuli River Island in Assam, Dawki and Umiam lake in Meghalaya, Dzukou Valley and the small village of Khonoma in Nagaland, Lohtak lake in Manipur and Mount Kangchenjunga in Sikkim. However, as we have said before, these are not all. There are many more and at every point, you would be blown away by the splendour of these gorgeous locales.
Exotic Wildlife
Northeast India is the home of diverse and exotic wildlife. There are many endangered birds and animals found in Northeast India, which you would rarely find anywhere else. Some of them are the one-horned rhinoceros, Bengal tiger, Blyth’s tragopan, rufous-necked hornbill, Assam roofed turtle and white-winged duck. The National Parks here play a big role in the conservation of these animals and birds. Some of them have even been declared as World Heritage Sites by the UNESCO. Kaziranga National Park, Nameri National Park, Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary and Manas National Park are must-visit destinations for any wildlife and bird lover. We, at Avian Escapes, organise exclusive birding and wildlife tours to these parks, according to one’s budget and other requirements.
The Amazing Food Experience
Northeast India is a haven for food lovers, especially for non-vegetarians. The wide variety of palatable dishes you get in Northeast alone can give you a great gastronomic experience.
The authentic dishes like Tangy Fish Curry and Aloo Pitika (mashed potatoes ) from Assam, Smoked Pork from Nagaland, Jadoh – a pungent pork pulau from Meghalaya, Thukpa from Sikkim to Manipur’s Iromba, you will be overwhelmed with the cuisine in this part of India.
Meet Unique Tribal People and Experience their Fascinating Way of Life
The uniqueness of northeast states of India lies in their cultures. Each state stands out in terms of its practices; not only that, there are multiple cultures within each state. According to sources, there are over 200 tribes living in Northeast India. All of them are culturally different and follow their own customs and rituals.. If you really want an enriching travel experience, there is nothing better than the northeast of India. Its demography will stun you, and cultural diversity will make you realise the beauty of the great big nation of India.
Each tribe have such a fascinating lot in terms of everything, be it their clothes, or music, or dances. You will never cease to get amazed while interacting with them and knowing about their cultures!
Find your Spiritual Self
There is every chance that you will feel a kind of spiritual awakening in Northeast India. In stark contrast to the rest of India, Northeast is always clean and green. In fact, Mawlynnong in Meghalaya is known as the cleanest village in the whole of Asia. In such a calm and peaceful atmosphere, you connect with yourself as you have never before. Also, there is a great influence of the Tibetan Culture in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh.
It has the largest monastery in India and people from all over the world come here for this experience. It is the perfect place to get away from everyday life and meditate. Such self-introspection may even lead to an inner discovery that you have never experienced before!
Take Part in Colourful and Unique Festivals
Experience the vibrant and unique cultures of North East India’s intriguing tribal people in a riot of colour, music, dance, rituals and perhaps even some sacrifices through one of the many amazing festivals. The Hornbill Festival held in December in Nagaland is one of the most famous festivals, or attend the Torgya and Losar Festival in Tawang in Jan/Feb to witness masked Tibetan Buddhist dances or the Ambubachi Mela in June in Guwahati to experience tantric rituals and even animal sacrifices – attending a traditional tribal festival in North East India is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Experience Tibetan Culture
Parts of Arunachal Pradesh used to be part of Tibet and you can still get a mesmerising taste of this captivating, colourful and serene culture and religion in the historic Buddhist monasteries, momos and thukpas, prayer wheels and stupas and colourful Tibetan prayer flags that flutter over the valleys around Bomdila, Dirang and especially Tawang.
Music & Nightlife
This is a fascinating fact that the region of north east is famous for all over the country as well as globally. They have exceptional music talent starting from traditional folk music to present times rock bands holding stage shows at various places.
The people of Mizoram dance to rhythms of traditional drums and gong while performing the complex bamboo step.
Other important dance forms of the north east include Basanta Raas, Bizu, and Hai Hak of Tripura state. Tourists enjoy the numerous and distinct dance forms, traditional music, folk performances, etc. from various states of the north east.
Tea Plantations
Assam and Darjeeling has vast tea plantations which have an amazing look of itself. You can just sit there and have a sip of the best tea you will have had in your life.
India’s first and only organic State
It was in 2004 that Sikkim embarked upon a journey to become a fully organic state. It managed to achieve this ambitious feat 12 years later. Since then, the least populous and second smallest state of India, has become a shining jewel in India’s crown.
There are many rural villages in Sikkim where travellers are welcome to experience hands-on organic farming while living with the locals in their humble homestays. Lachung, Lachen, Denchung and Kaluk are some of the popular villages you can visit.
North-East India is a place, which is surrounded by nature and beautiful scenery. Tourism has made many arrangements to experience the region using safari, has relaxed permit issues and travel arrangements. The best place to visit the unspoiled nature
