Capital of Arunachal Pradesh

Itanagar is the capital of Arunachal Pradesh. In 1983, Itanagar became the new capital of Arunachal Pradesh. Itanagar is situated north of the Brahmaputra River in the southwestern part of the state. Itanagar is home to various indigenous tribes, including the Nyishi, Adi, and Galo, and is renowned for its natural beauty, Buddhist culture, and legacy.

History of Itanagar

Arunachal Pradesh's capital has not always been Itanagar. Shillong, the current capital of the neighboring state of Meghalaya, functioned as its capital. In 1983 Itanagar was declared as the capital of Arunachal Pradesh.

Itanagar - Important Facts

The capital of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar, is home to a diverse range of historically significant archaeological sites as well as established institutions and resources.

• Arunachal Pradesh's largest city is Itanagar, which also serves as the state's capital.
• Itafort, 'the fort of bricks' from which the state capital takes its name, is located in the heart of Itanagar. The fort is irregular in shape and was built primarily with bricks between the 14th and 15th centuries in Mayapur by Ramachandra, a Jitari Dynasty king.
• Indira Gandhi Park is a popular park situated in Itanagar.
• Itanagar's Craft Centre & Emporium is worth a visit for those interested in seeing and purchasing local antiques like murals, traditional garments made of natural vegetable and herbal dye yarns, and appealing essentials made of cane and bamboo.
• Itanagar houses the Gauhati High Court's permanent bench at Naharlagun.
• Locally known as Geykar Sinyik (Ganga Lake), a hard rock massif encircles this stunning natural lake.
• The city is also home to the stunning Namdhung Ani Gompa, a Buddhist temple that provides a serene and mystical atmosphere.

Facts About Arunachal Pradesh

• Arunachal Pradesh is the largest of the seven sister states in the country.
• Arunachal Pradesh was formed from the former North-East Frontier Agency (NEFA) territory.
• The state borders Myanmar to the east and Tibet to the west. It shares a southern boundary with the Indian states of Assam and Nagaland.
• On February 20, 1987, Arunachal Pradesh became a state.
• The state is home to more than 200 species of mammals and over 750 species of birds, exhibiting a diverse range of biodiversity.

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Religion in Arunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh – Ethnic Diversity and Climate

• Arunachal Pradesh is ethnically diverse with Monpa in the west, Tani in the center, Tai in the east, and Naga in the south.
• The state is rich in biodiversity with nearly 200 mammal species and 750 bird species.
• Major Himalayan ranges and some well-known rivers are found in Arunachal Pradesh.

Arunachal Pradesh - Tribes

• Arunachal Pradesh has many ethnic groups, most related to Tibet and western Myanmar.
• Major tribes include Adi, Nissi, Monpa, Apa Tani, Mishmi, Wancho, Nocte, and Tangsa.
• Many tribes live in rural areas, practice subsistence farming, and live in villages or isolated farms.
• Arunachal Pradesh has the “lowest population density” in India, with 17 persons per sq km, concentrated mainly in valleys.
• Over two-thirds of the population are designated as Scheduled Tribes (indigenous peoples).
• Many Scheduled Tribes follow animistic religions and practice ritual sacrifice, especially with Mithun (wild ox).
• The state has many languages (mostly Tibeto-Burman) and Hindi, English, and Assamese are used for communication between tribes.