The heat of summer dissolves by June and Ziro, situated 100 km from Itanagar, beckons with its unspoilt natural beauty, its intriguing tribal culture and its passion for music.
The heat of summer dissolves by June and Ziro, situated 100 km from Itanagar, beckons with its unspoilt natural beauty, its intriguing tribal culture and its passion for music.
If green hills, sloping valleys, lush paddy fields with the Himalaya in the distance are your idea of a perfect setting for a getaway in the East, then this gem in Arunachal Pradesh certainly ticks all the boxes. Besides that, there are dozens of indigenous tribes who inhabit this part of the country and a trip to Ziro is a great way to understand their way of life.
The Apatani tribe is one of the dominant ones here and the women are known for their tattooed faces. They are warm and welcoming people and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to experience their hospitality. Another major reason Ziro makes it to the travel map is the vibrant music festival it hosts every September. It’s an edgy, youthful festival, which serves as a platform for musicians specialising in indie, alternative, fusion, funk, rock and some heavy metal as well. If that’s your sort of scene, grab yourself a place at this annual event that serves as a great reason to make a trip to Arunachal Pradesh, explore Ziro and the regions around it.
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