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Amazing Arunachal

Thembang village, located at about 2300m altitude is of high historical and cultural significance. It is an ancient village. In medieval era it was a headquarter of a large territory which was ruled by the powerful Thembang Bapu who were the direct descendant of the king of Tibet. This is a one of the oldest village in the region and it has witnessed many wars as a result a strong fortification with two stone wall gates (Northern and southern gate) were made by the villagers of Rahung, Khutam, Bhud and Khowna who were under the sovereignty of the Bapus during that time. 

As the village is located on a hill top, one can enjoy the view of Dirang River that meanders down below and mountain ranges of different colours. As there has been very little impact of urbanisation in the village, it provides immense potential to experience the traditional life style and culture of Monpa indigenous tribal community. Wide altitude range (2000m to above 6000m) provides natural advantage for nature loving tourist to fill the experiences inside forest types ranging from Temperate to Alpine Meadows and enjoy views of state’s highest peak ‘Gorichen’. The area also provide opportunity to nature lovers to see rare flora like Orchids, Rhododendrons, Primula and medicinal plants and fauna like Red Panda, Musk Deer, Himalayan Black Bear, Blue Sheep, Takin etc. Rich diversity of birds, which includes, Blood Pheasant, Monal, Tragopan etc. make the area one of the dream destination for bird watchers.

WWF-India brings you up-close to the community & wildlife, whilst exploring this spectacular region!

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