Ziro Valley in Arunachal Pradesh, is named as World Heritage Site for its stunning natural beauty
It is a cradle to a unique tribal group (Apa Tani tribe), pleasant climate, gorgeous pine trees, scenic rice fields surrounded by beautiful mountains - making Ziro the peace seeker's paradise.
Ziro is popularly name for Apatani Plateau. It is situated at an altitude of 1500 meters above sea level. The region is rich in rice fields and boast great numbers of pine trees. Cool summers and cooler winters are characteristics of Ziro, making it comfortable to visit all year round.
It has some stunning places to see like - Midey which is popular for its blue pine trees, 5000 years cave temple and many more.
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Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary / Talle Valley
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Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the leading attractions of Ziro. It is spread across 337 sq. km. and is home to various endangered species, and a wide range of flora and fauna. Silver fir trees, orchids, stunning ranges of bamboo, ferns, rhododendron are some of the common trees found here. The endangered clouded leopards are also found here.
Talley Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the leading attractions of Ziro. It is spread across 337 sq. km. and is home to various endangered species, and a wide range of flora and fauna. Silver fir trees, orchids, stunning ranges of bamboo, ferns, rhododendron are some of the common trees found here. The endangered clouded leopards are also found here.
Meghna Cave Temple
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Meghna Cave Temple is a must visit tourist spot in Ziro. This ancient cave temple dates back to 5000 years and it was rediscovered in the year 1962. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located close to Ziro. Located at an altitude of 300 feet, the temple offers stunning views of the surrounding area. The 10 minutes climb up the stairs is completely worth; with beautiful view of majestic mountains, dense forests, gushing river water.
Meghna Cave Temple is a must visit tourist spot in Ziro. This ancient cave temple dates back to 5000 years and it was rediscovered in the year 1962. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located close to Ziro. Located at an altitude of 300 feet, the temple offers stunning views of the surrounding area. The 10 minutes climb up the stairs is completely worth; with beautiful view of majestic mountains, dense forests, gushing river water.
Kile Pakho
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The ridge Kile Pakho is situated 7 km away from old Ziro. The place works as a view point and offers breathtaking views. You can see Ziro plateau’s spectacular views on one side and snow clad Himalayan ranges on the other side.
The ridge Kile Pakho is situated 7 km away from old Ziro. The place works as a view point and offers breathtaking views. You can see Ziro plateau’s spectacular views on one side and snow clad Himalayan ranges on the other side.
Midey
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Midey is popular for its blue pine trees. This is the place where you will find the biggest and the tallest pine trees in the whole of Apatani Valley. This place also provides excellent trekking and hiking opportunities.
Midey is popular for its blue pine trees. This is the place where you will find the biggest and the tallest pine trees in the whole of Apatani Valley. This place also provides excellent trekking and hiking opportunities.
Dolo Mando
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One of the famous attractions of Ziro, travellers trek to the top of this hillock to get spectacular view of the Hapoli town and old Ziro. This hillock is situated on the western side of Ziro on the Daporijo Road.
One of the famous attractions of Ziro, travellers trek to the top of this hillock to get spectacular view of the Hapoli town and old Ziro. This hillock is situated on the western side of Ziro on the Daporijo Road.
Ziro Puto
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Ziro Puto is another beautiful hillock, providing spectacular views of Apatani plateau. This is the place where independent India’s first administrative centre was established. The place is also known as Army Puto as army cantonment was established during 1960s.
Ziro Puto is another beautiful hillock, providing spectacular views of Apatani plateau. This is the place where independent India’s first administrative centre was established. The place is also known as Army Puto as army cantonment was established during 1960s.
Pine Grove
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Pine Groove is one of the most frequented tourist destinations in Ziro. The entire area is pine clad and serves as an excellent picnic spot with an amazing view. It is situated nearly 3 kms away from old Ziro.
Pine Groove is one of the most frequented tourist destinations in Ziro. The entire area is pine clad and serves as an excellent picnic spot with an amazing view. It is situated nearly 3 kms away from old Ziro.
Apatani Villages
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It is a unique experience to meet the friendly Apatani tribal folk, who have facial tattoos and wear nose plugs in their villages. The best villages to visit are, Hong, Hijo, Hari, Bamin and Dutta. All these villages are within a 10 km radius and it is advisable to take a local guide along with you.
It is a unique experience to meet the friendly Apatani tribal folk, who have facial tattoos and wear nose plugs in their villages. The best villages to visit are, Hong, Hijo, Hari, Bamin and Dutta. All these villages are within a 10 km radius and it is advisable to take a local guide along with you.
Tarin Fish Farm
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Located around 3.5 km from Hapoli Town, here one can find high altitude fish farming, where higher altitude fish are bred.
Located around 3.5 km from Hapoli Town, here one can find high altitude fish farming, where higher altitude fish are bred.
Ziro itself does not have an airport nor a railway station.
By Air
Tezpur airport is the closest airport and it is 280 km from Ziro.
Guwahati airport is the closest international airport (445 kms); and it has frequent flights from most of the metros in the country.
Jorhat Airport (JRH) is another airport close to Ziro.
There is a proposed airport near Ziro; but it is currently not operational.
By Train
Kathal Pukhuri is the nearest rail head (120 kms) to Ziro. There are daily trains from Guwahati to Kathal Pukhuri. It takes 8 hrs to reach Kathal Pukhuri. From there you can hire a taxi till Ziro.
Naharlagun (110 kms) near Itanagar and Tezpur Railway Station (280 kms) are other option.
By Road
Guwahati is 470 km from Ziro and it takes 9 hrs to travel. The road condition is good and it covers NH27 and NH15.
You can hire taxi or take government bus to reach Ziro. The journey is filled with immense scenic beauty to offer.
Ziro is around 115 km from the Arunachal Pradesh state capital Itanagar
