North East India
The Seven Sisters

The exotic flora and fauna of North East India, incredibly sets it apart from the other geographical contours of the country. With the majestic Himalayas at the backdrop, innumerable tribal groups in its lap, lip-smacking cuisines and distinct ethnicities, the 'Seven Sisters' create their own identity, culture and reality. These North Eastern States include Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Manipur and Tripura.

A North East - Seven Sister Tour takes one to the rolling forested hills and lush green lowlands the nestles the snow-capped peaks of eastern Himalayas, with its feet washed by the waters of the Bay of Bengal.

Explore the majestic features of North East India with North East India Tour Package and know why it is also called an 'unexplored paradise'. So, tourists from all over the world, who are searching for something unique, striking and never explored, gear on with these tours.


Following are the main attractions of North East India.


Assam

Thronged with the Himalayas and the green Barak valley, Assam is known for its silk, petroleum and tea. The historical places include Talatal Ghar, Rang Ghar, Kamakhya Temple and Basistha. Endi, pat and Muga silk varities are sought after by shopaholics. The three Bihu festivals are celebrated with a lot of pomp and show in Assam.

Best Time to Visit
Assam can be visited throughout the year but the best time to plan a visit can be in winters and summers which is November to March. Monsoon season from July till September should be avoided because heavy rains might not allow.

How to Reach
The Borjhar Airport, located 25 km from Guwahati provides easy accessibility. Assam has 21 railway stations; of which Guwahati and Dibrugarh railhead connects the state with major cities of the country. State Transport Corporation Bus Station behind Guwahati railway station has buses to the neighbourhood states.


Arunachal Pradesh

Lauded as the 'Land of Dawn Lit Mountains,' this territory is interspersed with glaciers, pine trees, cascading waterfalls and lush green landscapes. The sightseeing tour at Tawang and Bomdila is a larger than life experience. The wildlife sanctuary at Namdapha is a must visit place. Shopping in Arunachal Pradesh includes woven grass necklaces, bamboo head-gears and handicrafts. The important festivals include Boori-Boot of the Hill Miris, Si-donyi of the Tagins, Lossor of the Monpas and others.

Best Time to Visit
Winter and Spring are the best seasons to visit Arunachal Pradesh. Though, being at a high altitude the places enjoys good weather all-round the year. October till April is the best time to visit the state and the hot months of April to June should be avoided.

How to Reach
Arunachal Pradesh does not have an airport; hence Tezpur Airport in Assam is the nearest airport, 260 km around 4-hours drive). The nearest railhead is at Harmuty, 35 km away from Itanagar.


Meghalaya

Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya is known as the 'Scotland of East'. This abode of clouds is definitely breathtakingly beautiful. It is an ideal place to simply unwind. Cane work articles, handicrafts, bamboo articles and bead works are the shopping attractions here. The main festivals include Wangala and Nongkrem Dance.

Best Time to Visit
Abode of clouds, as it is known, Meghalaya can be best visited between October and June. Monsoon season from May till the end of September/October should be avoided as the area receives heavy rains.

How to Reach
The Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is the easiest way to reach Meghalaya. Mendipathar - Guwahati Passenger is the only railhead in the hilly state.


Mizoram

Known as the 'Land of the Hill People,' Mizoram is blessed with idyllic surroundings, mist filled skies, whispering pine trees, serene lakes and gurgling waterfalls. The sightseeing includes Aizawl, Phawangpui, Durtlang Hills and Ruantlang. The main festival of Mizoram is Kut Festival.

Best Time to Visit
Mizoram can be best visited between November till March when the temperature is in a comfortable range between 11? and 29?C. Heavy rains come to Mizoram between May till September; hence this time should be avoided.

How to Reach
Lengpui Airport connects Aizawl with Kolkata. From Kolkata one has to board flights for other parts of India. The state has Bairabi Railway Station in Kolasib; though Guwahati railway station is a better option.


Manipur

Known as the 'jewelled land,' Manipur has a very religious and mystical aura to it. It is known for sacred groves, rural villages, tribal culture, lakes and caves. The sightseeing tours include visiting Imphal, Khwairamband, British War Cemetery and Langthabal. The main festivals include Yaoshang (Holi), Lai Haraoba, Kang Chariot Festival, Heirku Hindongba (boat race), Manipur Sangai Festival, Ningol Chakouba and Chumpha Festival. The shopping attractions include fabrics, shawls and decorative ivory articles.

Best Time to Visit
Manipur can be best visited between December to February, which is winter. March till May is hot and humid. Monsoon (rainy season) starts in May till September; this time should be avoided.

How to Reach
Bir Tikendrajit International Airport is a domestic airport that connects Imphal with major cities like Delhi, Guwahati, Bengaluru and Kolkata. Imphal railway station is being proposed by the government.


Nagaland

The beauty, mystical value and life changing aspects of Nagaland tourism cannot be revealed in words; it is an experience in itself. The tribal culture, mouth-watering cuisines, ethnic dances, cultural traditions and captivating landscapes make Nagaland feel like a backpacker's paradise. The main festivals of Nagaland include Hornbill Festival, Sekrenyi, Aoleang. Baskets, hats, armlets, necklaces, mats, shields, pots and other decorative items are the main shopping attractions in Nagaland.

Best Time to Visit
Nagaland can be visited anytime of the year, except for monsoons (June-September), when it rains heavily.

How to Reach
The Dimapur airport helps in connecting the domestic flights with Nagaland. Guwahati and Imphal are well connected with Kohima, the capital of Nagaland.


Tripura

A brilliant mixture of the old and the new, Tripura is quite different from the other North-Eastern states. The main tourism options include Ujjayanta Palace, Tripura Sundari Museum, Neermahal and Sipahijala. The main festivals include Durga Puja, Ashokastami, Boat Race, Orange and Tourism Festival, Pous Sankranti, Dol Jatara, Diwali and many others. The shopping attractions include tribal jewellery, panels, floor mats and handicrafts.

Best Time to Visit
Tripura can be best visited between October to May. Monsoon months from June to September should be avoided as tourism can be really difficult during this time.

How to Reach
Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport, also known as Agartala Airport connects Delhi, Imphal, Bengaluru, Kolkata and Guwahati. The state tourism buses connect it with the capitals of other near-by states.


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