5 Unexplored Destinations in North East

North Eastern beauty attracts tourists from all over the world with its nature’s mystical quality. The seven sister states, i.e. India’s Northeastern States offer a picturesque view of the lush green forests, majestic mountains and spectacular waterfalls. There are some of the destinations in North East that are still unexplored, and some of them include:

Majuli

The largest river island in the world, Majuli is located in Assam and is surrounded by Brahmaputra River. With a population of 1.5 lakhs spread over more than a hundred villages, the island has people from Mising, Deori and Sonowal Kacharis Tribes. This inhabited island has plantations of rice paddies a wide variety of flora and fauna.

Culture- Known as the cultural capital of Assam, Majuli is the land of Vaishnavite monasteries. Famous for its 22 ancient Satras, it features Assam Neo Vaishnavite culture. Their tradition is visible in the festivals such as Raas Dance during Janamashtami Mahotsav. A carnival is organized during the Majuli Festival in which performers from different regions of Assam come there.

Places to visit: Visit Kamalabari Satra, the religious heart of the island and houses the things related to art, music and literature. You can get a quick review of Assamese history in the Satra. Other places to visit comprise of Garmur- the religious center of the Vaishnavite Tradition, and Tengapania that represents the Ahom architecture.

Food- The famous food served on the island includes Assamese, seafood, and some cuisines from different states.

Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary

Located about 31 km from Sikkim’s capital, Gangtok, Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary. Rich in flora and fauna, the sanctuary has rare and endangered red panda and ground orchids. It has natural vegetation of Silver Fir, Alpine flowers, tall Juniper and more. Along with this, it also houses many medicinal plants such as Kutki and Jatamasi among many others. It is also a perfect place for trekking as it is located at an altitude of approximately 4000m.

Mon

Nestled in Nagaland, Mon is known as the Home of Konyaks Nagas. The district offers pleasant views of the foothills and attracts many tourists due to its distinct culture. Known for their tattooed faces, headhunting prowess and blackened teeth, Konyaks call themselves ‘Wang’, meaning ‘the beginning of everything’.

Culture- The local people of the district speak Nagamese and have adopted Christianity. Konyaks are governed by Angh’s House that is the largest in the district. One can find wooden carvings, head brushes, necklaces and many other hand-crafted things. 

Places to visit- On your trip to Mon, you can visit some of the top attractions for tourists. Enjoy a clear and stunning view of Brahmputra River from Veda Peak, the highest peak in the district. Another interesting place is Longwa Village. The one half of its powerful Angh’s house lies in India and the other lies in Myanmar.

Food- The famous food here is Momos and Noodles that will give you the local flavor. Along with this, you can also savor smoked pork stew, bamboo steamed fish and chicken rice soup.

Tawang

Bordered by Tibet in the North and Bhutan in the South-west, Tawang is situated in Arunachal Pradesh features a climate of low temperature. Located at an altitude of 3048 meters above the sea level, it presents breathtaking natural beauty. Tawang chu River and Tawang Valley are highly mesmerizing. Every winter, it experiences the snowfall that makes it a popular tourist attraction.

Culture- Monpa Tribe and the activities in the district have given a culture and tradition to the native people. The common occupation of the people is the trade of cattle. Their festivals and traditions are related to their religious and agricultural aspects.

Places to visit- Tawang has a long list of places that are on the top when it comes to attracting tourists. Sela Pass is one of them and is famous as the only high-altitude mountain pass in the world. Another is Tawang Monastery where you can get the real essence of Buddhist Culture.

Food- The cuisine served here can only be described as mouth-watering. In Tawang, there is a vibrant street food culture. Must-try foods of the region include Paratha-Sabzi, Gyapa Khazi, and Thupka.

Haflong

Haflong is a hill station and a town located in the state of Assam. With a population of around fifty thousand, the town houses people from different tribes and races such as Nagas, Hmars, Mizos, Karbis, and Dimasas. It offers beautiful views of azure hills, unique orchids and flowers. It features a pleasant weather throughout the year.

Culture- Home to various tribes and races, Haflong enjoys different festivals and rituals. The main festival here is Bushu. Their mode of economy is agriculture and interestingly, their all festivals are agrarian based.

Places to visit- With the breathtaking views, Haflong Lake welcomes thousands of tourists every year. It is one of the natural water bodies and offers activities like boating and Jatinga village. You can also visit Maibong that encompasses the ruins of Dimasa Kachari Kingdom.