Capital City Itanagar-seat of the Governor Itanagar
The capital of the state Arunachal is scattered with light earthquake proof wooden framed buildings rising up the slopes of green hills. Traditional huts are strewn amongst the more recent constructions. The residence of the Governor crowns one peak while a new Buddhist Temple crowns the other.

What to see in Itanagar

The Buddhist Temple A new but beautiful yellow roofed shrine it rises from wefirnaintained grounds behind a stupo tree planted by His Holiness The Dalai Lama. The grounds of the temple afford a good view of Itanagar Town.

Ganga Lake Gyaker Sinyi The 6 km drive to the lake from Itanagar takes visitors on a rugged road through some superbly primeval jungles Bamboo groves orchids massed on tall trees are some of the vegetation which can be identified by the interested travelers. Stopping at the base of a hill one has to take a flight of steps uphill. At the top of the ridge one looks down on a serene green forest lake which one has to cross in a row boat. Today it Is a beautiful spot for outings boating and picnics.

Polo Park: An interesting little botanical garden atop a ridge overlooking the town. Visitors should notice the cane thicket it looks a bit like a palm with spines on its stems but grows as a bush. There is a small zoo.

How to Reach

The nearest Airport is Lilabari in Assam 57 km from Nahariagun and 67 km from Itanagar. Nearest Railway station is Harrmoty in Assam. 23 km from Naharlagun and 33 km from ltanagar. The station is served by Arunachal Express. Itanagar is connected by daily bus service from Guwahati and the other cities of Assam. Arunachal State Transport buses are plying throughout Arunahcal Assam and Meghalaya. Private transport operators also run Deluxe Coaches on many routes