Unexplored

Pilak

State

Pilak is surrounded by flourishing green valley speckled with paddy fields. It is significant as a pilgrim destination from both Hinduism as well as Buddhism point of view. It is a treasure trove of archaeological wonders and has a strong and intrinsic nexus with the historically famous cities of Mynamoti and Paharpur in Bangladesh.

Accessibility

By Air: The Airport is 12 km to the north and leads on to Agartala and is well connected with Pilak.

By Rail: The nearest railhead is at Kumarghat, from where you can easily reach Pilak by road.

By Road: By bus from Agartala to Julaibari in Belonia Sub-Division only. Then by auto rickshaw or rickshaw ( 5 km ).

Accommodation

Tourists can stay at Pilak Pantha Niwas, Bagafa and Dakbanglow, Shantir Bazaar.

Location
100 km from the capital city of Agartala
Topic
Best time to visit
October to March

Kumarghat

State

Kumarghat is know for its extensive pineapple cultivation.

Accessibility

By Air: Connected with Guwahati and Calcutta by Indian Airlines. The Airport is 10 K.M. away from the City.

By Rail: The nearest Rail head is Kumarghat on NorthEast Frontier Railway. It is i475 K.M. from Calcutta-via- Guwahati.

By Road: 1808 K.M. from Calcutta. 597 K.M. from Guwahati, 496 K.M. from Shillong and 308 K.M. from Silchar. Agartala is connected by regular bus services with all Sub-divisional towns of Tripura. Besides, bus service is also available for Silchar, Guwahati, Karimganj and Shillong. Taxi are also Available on hire.

District
North Tripura
Location
140 km from the capital city Agartala
Topic
Famous For
know for its extensive pineapple cultivation

Jampui Hills

State

Jampui Hills is the highest hill range of Tripura, commands a breathtaking natural view of the towns nearby. The predominant tribes inhabiting the hills are Lushais and Reangs. The hill offers mesmerizing views of the nearby places.

District
North Tripura
Topic
Famous For
Famous for its wonderful Orange Festival

Deotamura

State

Deotamura is a sacred place located on the bank of river Gomati, famous for its panels of rock carvings on the steep mountain. It is also known as Devtamura, which means 'the peak of Gods'. The surrounding vegetation is lush green and it seems as if the place is covered with a green carpet.

Location
located on the bank of river Gomati
Topic
Famous For
Famous for its panels of rock carvings on the steep mountain

Ziro

Ziro is a small mesmerizing & picturesque town, filled with Pine and Bamboo groves, villages, a craft centre and Tarin Fish Farm (run by the local people whose main livelihood is agriculture and fishing).

The town offers a spectacular views of the Eastern Himalayas.

The town is surrounded by beautiful pine-clad low stooping hills on all sides and the area is fondly known as Apatani Plateau, which is again famous for paddy- cum- fish culture. The plateau is endowed with rich flora and fauna.

Accessibility

By Air: Helicopter service from Naharlagun. Tezpur and Ulabari are the nearest airports.

By Rail: Nearest rail station-North Lakhimpur

By Road: One can get direct buses and taxis from Itanagar and North Lakhimpur. Buses/Taxis/Sumos ply regularly from Naharlagun, North Lakhimpur and Banderdewa checkgate.

Road distance to some important places are, Ziro to : North Lakhimpur-138,Naharlagun-157, Itanagar-167, Daporijo-180, Guwahati-509

District
Lower Subansiri
STD Code
03788
Termperature
Summer 22-40°C, Winter 10-32°C
Best time to visit
Throughout the year

Yupia

Yupia is located about 22 kms from the capital of the state, Itanagar in the north-eastern part of Arunachal Pradesh. Due to proximity to Itanagar, the destination can be easily accessed.

Yupia is mostly inhabited by Nishi (belongs to the Indo-Mongoloid group) and the Mikir (migrants from the neighbouring state of Assam) tribes. Different festivals belonging to these tribes are celebrated within the destination, which is a major attraction.

Walong

Walong is a tiny cantonment and administrative town, enveloped in sheer historic importance. It was part of Lohit District till 2004.

Walong is located 20 km south of Chinese border, tucked away on the west bank of Lohit River (tributary of Brahmaputra).

Topic

Tipi

Tipi, the beautiful town is situated on the banks of the Bharali river, in Arunachal Pradesh. Tipi also has the widest range of orchids in the country. The scientist in Tipi are creating new, hybrid species employing the latest techniques of biotechnology

Seven kilometres from Bhalukpung and on the way to Bomdila, lies the flora-glass-house of Tipi, where around 500 species of orchids can be seen in the Orchidarium.

Accessibility

Air: Nearest Airport Tezpur.

Rail: Nearest railway station Rangapara by Arunachal Express from New Bongaigoan.

Road: By bus and car from Tezpur.

Topic

Tezu

Tezu often called the "land of rivers and valleys", is a small and beautiful town, located at a distance of 25 km from the Parasuram Kund Lake which is the main attraction of this town. A Mela is held here regularly every year during the month of January and each year it is attracting many pilgrims on the day of Makar Sankranti. Many devotees take a holy bath in this lake on this special and auspicious day.

Accessibility

* By Road - From Tinsukhia it can be reached by bus easily.
* By Rail - It is well connected to Guwahati and other cities by railways.
* By Air - Dibrugharh at a distance of 145 kilometers is the nearest airport from Tezu.

Air: Nearest airport-Mohanbari (Dibrugarh).

Rail: Nearest rail station-Tinsukia

Road: Buses ply from Tinsukia via Namsai.

Distances to some important places are, Tezu to: Roing-88, Sadiya ghat-65, Namsai-60, Tinsukia-135, Dibrugarh-185

Ferry: From Dholaghat to Sadia and by bus from Sadia to Tezu.

Accommodation

While you are in Tezu you will have only a couple of lodging options. Circuit House is one such accommodation. Reservation authority for accommodation is with the Deputy Commissioner of Tezu.

District
Lohit
STD Code
03804
Termperature
Summer 15-30°C, Winter 0-20°C
Best time to visit
November to February

Roing

Roing is a census town in Lower Dibang Valley district, derived its name from River Dibang which flows through the heart of the district and finally merges into the Brahmaputra.

Roing located at the foothill of the Mishmi Hill, is mostly inhabited by Adi-Padam and Idu-Mishmi tribes.

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Accessibility

Air: The nearest airport are Chabua, Mohanbari and Guwahati

Rail: The nearest railway station is at Tinsukia.

Road:

Getaways
Accommodation

Accommodation is not a problem in Roing. Some of the best accommodation options are Circuit House, Anchal Samati Guest House, Mayudia Tourist Lodge, Hotel Mimu and Hotel Lasa.

District
Dibang Valley
Topic
Termperature
Summer 15-30°C, Winter 0-24°C
Best time to visit
November to March