Changlang - Dry Mountainous Landscape

southeastern part of Arunachal Pradesh. Legends suggest that the name Changlang is originated from word 'Chaglangkan' which means a hilltop where

people discovered the poisonous herb. The place bestow a Scenic beauty along with its composed ambiance. The place became eminent for its mineral

resources, coal and crude oil. Other than hydro power, tourism is an another source of income of this place. It comes under the Changlang district, the

second most populous district of the state. It was formed in 1987 after splited from Tirap district. The place stretches over an area of 4,662 square

kilometers. Geographically, it comes under the region of heavy rainfall and it is beautifully landscaped with both plains and highlands. The place reflects a

mixed mosaic culture and most of the local inhabitants located in the valley of Dihing. Changlang is a old place but the Britishers never settled here.

Jairampur is a nearer place where World War II war cemetery is still there. The place was led by Singpho also known as Jinpo or jingphaw. The place

suffers due to the issue of Nagalim ((Land of Naga people which includes Myanmar) and hence the place witnesses military protection. The place is

stuffed with many tribes and sub-tribes. Havi, Longchang,Muklom, Mungrey, Longri, Yungkuk, Thamphang and others are the subtribe of the Tangsas.

they mostly reside in the southeastern hills of the district. The plain foothills area of its northern part is mostly occupied by the Singphos where The

Tutsas live in the western part. some migrated tribes are Chakmas, Hajongs, Lisus and others. It is well mentioned that more than 50 languages or

dialects are spoken here. Changlang bears a distinct and unique tradition and culture of the state. Some native languages are in endangered and some

are almost obsolete. "Inner line Permit" is needed to visit the place and this step is taken by the Indian government to conserve the ethnic culture of the

place. The place houses several rare species of Flora and fauna. Mixed deciduous forest are seen in the middle part where temperate forest is located in

the upper hills. The lower reaches part holds wet evergreen and semi-ever green flora. In short, the place is quite rich in that respect. Rare Orchids, Blue

Vanda are also seen here along with some valuable timber species included Hollong, Jutuli and others. Namdapha National Park is a note worthy place

which consists of almost 96 species of mammals, 50 reptilian species and 453 avian species. Along with the important animals there are a good variety

of birds are also found. The Namdapha Tiger reserve is a famous place located in the Miao town. World War II cemetery in Jairampur, Pangsau Pass and

Nampong town, an Indo-Myanmar border town are few tourists attractions of this place. Bordumsa is an another prominent place where tourists can

witness the ethnic culture of Tais and Singpho. Tirap, Roing, Khonsa and Pasighat are other nearby tourist places. If you are traveling to Arunachal

Pradesh. start from Delhi. You can get some good accommodation and transport in Delhi. Hotels”>Delhi Hotels can be booked online. Reputed online hotel offers a wide range of Delhi">Hotels in Delhi. Do enjoy your trip.

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