Itanagar

Itanagar is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh, nestled at the foothills of the Himalayas. It comes under the administrative jurisdiction of Papumpare district and has remained the capital city. It is the capital of India's largest North Eastern state and is also the largest city of the state.

Itanagar is referred to as Mini India as people from every corner of the nation dwell here. It has been identified with Mayapur, the capital of Ramachandra. He was the king of Jitari Dynasty during the 14th-15th century.

Itanagar can be visited throughout the year. Weather at the capital city is always lively and worthy to be relished. Visitors can come here at any time of the year. Tourist Places In Itanagar are Archaeological sites rule Itanagar. Adding to the historical importance are socio-cultural institutions.

Tourists pay a visit to Ita Fort which is the centre of attraction. The city has derived its name from this fort.

Other attractions like Bomdila, Parshuram Kund, Malinithan and Bhishmak Nagar can be accessed by bus or taxi. Rajbhawan which is the official residence of the Governor and is in Itanagar which also attracts tourists.

Other tourist spots include Ganga Lake, Jawaharlal Nehru Museum and Craft Centre and Emporium. The museum has preserved various tribal collections that throw a light on the culture and heritage of Arunachal Pradesh.

Legendary Ganga Lake has a fascinating surrounding with vegetation and rock mass around it. Mesmerising displays at Craft Centre include wall painting, bamboo and cane items and traditional costumes. Zoological Park, Indira Gandhi Park and Polo Park are some of the parks which are dedicated for relaxation of the travellers as well as localites.

Maximum population of the city comprises of various tribes, Nyishi tribe being the most. They are also known as Nishis or Nishings.

People here are dedicated to Buddhism. Inhabitants of Itanagar are lively and are in a festive mood throughout the year. Nyokum is one of the important festivals of Nyishi tribes. Losar is celebrated by another group of tribe known as Monpas. It is the celebration of New Year.