Itanagar is known to be the capital city of Arunachal Pradesh from last 3 Decades Itanagar is located on the foothills of Himalayas.The town is located 350 meters above the sea level. It directly comes under the district Papumpare. The nishings are considered to be the major tribes in Itanagar.This city is considered to be the mini India as people in the city live with peace and harmony. It is connected with the rest of the country with railways,roadways and airways. This city is considered to be the first capital of Arunachal Pradesh.This city is located alongside the river Brahamaputra.
There are major tourist spots in Itanagar, which includes Ganga Lake, which is considered to be the legendary spot, which is located 6 kms away from Itanagar.Itanagar provides a good geaographical views to all the tourist which includes Buddhist temple, which depicts the Tibetan influence in the area. The green forest lake, surrounded by orchid of tall trees also adds beauty in the sceneric view of the city.
HOW TO REACH THERE
AirLilabari, is considered to be the nearest airport for Itanagar as it is located 67 km away from the city and is well-supported by connecting buses. Helicopter services are provided to the passengers on weekly basis between itanagar and airport.
RailThere are many trains which ply from major cities and towns for Guwahati.The express and super fast trains also ply from capital city of India for Guwahati.The passengers after reaching Guwahati, need to catch local trains which help them reaching Itanagar, which is 33 km away from Guwahati.
RoadThere are many overnight buses which ply from different cities of India especially from northeast region for Itanagar, capital of Arunachal Pradesh.Buses and taxis are available from most northeast cities or small towns.
Tourist Spots
- Itafort
- Buddhist Monastery
- Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Museum
- Ganga Lake
- Indira Gandhi Park
- Buddhist Temple
Hotels to Stay
- Hotel Donyi Polo Ashok
- Hotel Itafort
- Hotel Bomdila
- Hotel Arunachal
- Hotel Subansiri
- Hotel Simang
- Hotel Chandni
- Blue Pine Hotel
