Quick Facts

Quick Facts

 General Overview

• Location: West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh
• Altitude: Around 2,415 meters (7,920 feet) above sea level
• Known For: Snow-capped mountains, Buddhist monasteries, apple orchards, and rich tribal culture

 People & Culture

• Major Tribes: Monpa, Aka, Miji, and Sherdukpen
• Religion: Primarily Tibetan Buddhism
• Languages Spoken: Monpa, Hindi, English, and local dialects
• Handicrafts: Famous for woolen carpets, masks, thangka paintings, and traditional garments

 Major Attractions

• Bomdila Monastery – A serene and sacred Buddhist gompa built in 1965
• Bomdila View Point – Offers panoramic views of the Himalayas
• Apple Orchards – The town is known for apple farming
• Craft Centre and Ethnographic Museum – Showcases local art and tribal culture
• Eaglenest Wildlife Sanctuary – A biodiversity hotspot near Bomdila

 Climate

• Type: Alpine
• Summer: Cool and pleasant (10–25°C)
• Winter: Cold and snowy (can drop below 0°C)
• Best Time to Visit: April to October

 Connectivity

• By Road: Well-connected via NH-13 (Trans-Arunachal Highway); distance from Tezpur (Assam) is around 160 km
• By Air: Nearest airport – Tezpur Airport or Guwahati Airport
• By Rail: Nearest railway station – Bhalukpong (approx. 100 km)

 Festivals

• Losar Festival – Tibetan New Year celebrated with dance, rituals, and food
• Torgya Festival – Celebrated in local monasteries with traditional mask dances

 Strategic Importance

• Close to the Indo-China border; a vital location for the Indian Army
• Historical relevance during the 1962 Indo-China War