About Arunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh became a state on 20th February in the year of 1987. This state is located in India’s north eastern part with an area of 83743 sq kms. Arunachal Pradesh has an international border with China to the north east and north (1080 km), Bhutan to the West (160 km) and Myanmar to the east (440 km). It stretches from Brahmaputra valley’s plains in the south to the snow capped mountains in the north. In the north eastern region, if we talk area wise then Arunachal Pradesh is the largest state even larger than the most populous Assam.

The capital of the state is Itanagar and is situated at a height of 530 m above MSL. The capital is named after Itafort which was constructed in 14th century A.D and implies to a fort of bricks.

Area:  83743 sq kms

Capital:  Itanagar

Languages:  Hindi,Assamese,English

Best Time To Visit:  October-March

Population:  8,64,558