Arunachal Pradesh is one of the beautiful states in India; home to picturesque mountains, unexplored passes, tranquil lakes and famous monasteries. Most of the parts of Arunachal Pradesh are covered with serene mountains that offer breathtaking views. This Northeastern state Arunachal Pradesh in Indian map is covered with a patch of green that shows greenery and prosperity in the state. Like other states in Northeast India, Arunachal Pradesh can be visited and explored easily. This state has places you had never imagined of; visit Arunachal Pradesh and explore the tribal culture and the simplicity of their exquisite beauty. Consisting of a variety of amazing array of flora and fauna, in a unique habitat with glaciers, high altitude meadows and sub-tropical forests add on to the charm of this beautiful state. This state in India is an amazing holiday destination with many places to visit and wander around. Every district in Arunachal Pradesh has places that are flooded at certain times of the year with visitors. People from rest of the country and also from all around the globe come to this mountainous state to spend their holidays, visit places, explore and also with the idea of understanding the state and its history.

Beautiful valleys of Arunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh is rich in socio-cultural heritage with many tribal groups; with unique ethics that have been followed from time immemorial and are continued till now. The old traditions are respected immensely by the locals and the visitors as well. Tribal groups are found in most of the places in Arunachal Pradesh and each contributes one thing or the other to society. Some very old traditions that people do not find necessary today are not followed. They are not forgotten but preserved; like wearing large nose plugs and tattoos on face by the Apatani tribal women are not followed by the women of new generation. But these tribal customs are still given importance and are preserved. Arunachal Pradesh has many museums at many places in the whole state where ancient materials, customs and traditions are kept safe for visitors and new generations to visit, see and understand them.

Jawaharlal Nehru Museum – One of the must-visit places in Arunachal Pradesh

The museums in Arunachal Pradesh are ethnographic and the first one was established in 1956. When you visit this state, do not forget to visit these places too. The museums in Arunachal Pradesh have altogether a little over seven thousand specimens that include pottery, woodcarving, textiles, basketry, headgears, etc. Visit these places in Arunachal Pradesh to witness the important ancient weapons of wars, chase, fishing implements, agricultural tools, scroll paintings, household articles and so on. Arunachal Pradesh can blow you away with its mesmerizing natural beauty and bewitching places that you can visit. Visitors are also magnetized towards this culturally rich state due to the curiosity and the thirst for understanding the culture and tradition of the locals. These traditions are passed down to them by generations and you must visit museums in Arunachal Pradesh to witness ancient beauties like traditional masks of different tribes, heirlooms and musical instruments.

Visit Jawaharlal Nehru Museum in Itanagar to see the Sherdukpen men portrait

Museums in Arunachal Pradesh are spread across different districts of the state and while wandering through the famous places you may find museums not very far away. Do visit them and put these museums in your list of places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh. Now, the museums have also added new articles for visitors to see. They have added things like display maps of fine arts work on different subjects including the lifestyle of Arunachal Pradesh, the people, type of houses they have, dances, festivals, archaeological sites, etc. through visual media. Arunachal Pradesh is famous for so many things like the many stunning places to visit, delicious Arunachal Pradesh cuisines and diverse tribes, etc. But one of the many reasons for this state being famous is the skilled craftsmanship of the locals. The people of Arunachal Pradesh make appealing arts and crafts, handlooms, handicrafts with cane and bamboos, and these are sold in many places in the state. In museums of Arunachal Pradesh these have also been recently added for visitors to see.

The district museums of Arunachal Pradesh have been enhanced with portable miniature diorama. One of the famous places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh is the Jawaharlal Nehru State Museum in the capital city of the state, Itanagar. This museum is enriched with life-size diorama focusing on various aspects of life and culture of the people of Arunachal Pradesh. Places like this also focus on various socio-economic activities on its enchanting social and ecological environment for visitors to see. This famous museum is in the capital city of Arunachal Pradesh and to facilitate easy access to the visitors, other museums of this state are established in the central places of all places of the district headquarters. Hence, you can visit these museums easily in any district you go in Arunachal Pradesh. Some new districts have been established in Arunachal Pradesh and efforts are put to establish museums in each of the headquarters in these places.

Tai Khampti Tribe Diroma of Arunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh offers immensely pleasing scenarios, snowcapped mountains in winter, freshwater bodies, a wide variety of wildlife, and a vibrant array of flowers. It is an opportunity to be able to visit these places in Arunachal Pradesh and explore them. You will be able to witness a glimpse of everything precious in Arunachal Pradesh in these museums and consider these museums as must visit places in Arunachal Pradesh.

Visit museums to witness the representation of Monpa Tribe at Arunachal Pradesh

Currently, Arunachal Pradesh has twelve ethnographic museums. Out of these museums, one of them is yet to be functional. Apart from these museums spread across different places in Arunachal Pradesh is one more museum named as Arunachal Pavilion which is located in Guwahati, Assam. This museum is set up by the Directorate of Research, Government of Arunachal Pradesh in January 2009. Like the museums in different places in Arunachal Pradesh, Arunachal Pavilion exposes the culture of various ethnic tribes of the state and important historical archaeological sites as well. This is done not just by the Arunachal Pradesh Govt. but by the collaboration of the Directorate of Art & Culture, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh under the direct supervision of the North East Zone Cultural Center, whose headquarter is located at Dimapur, Nagaland.

Apatani Tribe Diroma in Ziro Valley – One of the must-visit places in Arunachal Pradesh

The must-visit museums in Arunachal Pradesh in different places of the state are listed here. Do take some time out and visit these places while you are here.

Jawaharlal Nehru State Museum at Papum Pare District in the capital city of Arunachal Pradesh, Itanagar is one of the must-visit places and popular tourists attraction in Arunachal Pradesh. The museum showcases different aspects of tribal life in Arunachal Pradesh and was established in 1980. JN State Museum tempts visitors to visit the place and witness everything from woodcarvings to handicrafts, musical instruments and textiles here. Do visit this museum during your stay in Arunachal Pradesh.

The District Museum, Ziro located at Lower Subansari in Arunachal Pradesh has a rich collection of weaponry, textiles, household articles, and handicrafts that reflect culture and heritage like most of the museums in different places of Arunachal Pradesh do.

The Tezu District Museum in Lohit District at Tezu, Arunachal Pradesh is one of the ethnographic museums and also one of the popular places you should visit in this state.

Bomdila District Museum in West Kameng in Arunachal Pradesh has a variety of carpets, handicrafts, Buddhist Thangkas or wall hangings, tribal masks, etc. Visitors who come to Bomdila make sure to never miss visiting this museum. While you are exploring places and tourist spots in Bomdila, do visit this beautiful museum.

Tawang District Museum in Tawang Arunachal Pradesh is also one famous destination you must not miss to visit.

The Daporijo District Museum at Upper Subansiri, Arunachal Pradesh is located in a small scenic town where you can see suspension bridges made up of bamboo and cane over the Subansiri River. This museum and craft centers are places which could hold your interest and you must visit them while you’re in this town.

Seppa District Museum, East Kameng in Arunachal Pradesh is located in a beautiful town with valleys on the bank of the Kameng River. The district museum and library are the places of tourist attractions and visitors visit these places in large numbers.

The Changlang District Museum in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh is also one of the famous places you must visit in the state. Changlang is a beautiful district sprawling over lush green forests in the northeast corner of India. There are many places of attractions in this location. One of the famous places you must visit is the Changlang District Museum of Arunachal Pradesh here.

Aalo District Museum at East Siang in Arunachal Pradesh is next to the circuit house of this district. The Aalo District Museum showcases bits and pieces of local tribes like how other museums in different places of Arunachal Pradesh do. You may also buy books from here when you visit the museum; books are also sold at this place and for book lovers, it is a good place to visit.

Pasighat District Museum in West Siang, Arunachal Pradesh is also one of the famous places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh. This is also an ethnographic museum like the rest in different places in the state that showcases arts and crafts along with the culture and customs of tribal groups of Arunachal Pradesh.

The Khonsa District Museum located at Tirap district of Arunachal Pradesh is situated in the Khonsa town and was built in 1956. You must visit this museum in Arunachal Pradesh to witness the representation of the diverse culture of the district and the state. It is the oldest museum and hence you must visit it while visiting many places nearby.

Roing District Museum at Lower Dibang in Arunachal Pradesh is in the beautiful town Roing that has snowcapped mountains, turbulent rivers, and numerous waterfalls, which makes this place one of the most popular attraction places for visitors. Out of twelve museums in different places of Arunachal Pradesh, the Roing District Museum is yet to be functional and will be open soon for the visitors to visit. Roing is one of the most attractive destinations for visitors and do not miss your chance to visit this beautiful place in Arunachal Pradesh.

It is a great way to showcase and preach the amazing history and culture from where everything began by preserving and protecting them. Arunachal Pradesh has done it amazingly and is still working on its progress. There are many tribal groups in Arunachal Pradesh and each group has its own code of ethics, parts of their tradition are shown in these museums at different places in the state. The visitors are magnetized by the natural splendor of this beautiful Northeastern most state in India. Also, apart from museums, Arunachal Pradesh has many archaeological sites that lure visitors to visit this bewitching state on the eastern side of India.

Signpost at Jawaharlal Nehru State Museum at Arunachal Pradesh – A must-visit place

Demurring in the North easternmost corner of incredible India, Arunachal Pradesh rests comfortably on the laps of the Himalayas. Arunachal Pradesh may be considered as an introvert given that the state is far in the northeast region of the country but visitors are always welcomed and a large number of visitors travel to this state every year. Arunachal Pradesh is the land of abundant travel opportunities and one of the top list places to visit for many visitors in their wish list. This beautiful state in India is adorned with large number of unexplored and untraveled lands surrounded by lush green valleys and many rivers in the shades of green and blue hue making Arunachal Pradesh a place in India that every travel enthusiast and nature lover must visit. While visiting popular tourist’s attractions in Arunachal Pradesh, you cannot afford to miss visiting these museums in the state. With so many places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh, rich history, interesting culture and traditions and delicious cuisine and so many adventurous things that it offers, Arunachal Pradesh is one of the best and a must visit places in Northeast.

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