The mystical and magical land of Arunachal Pradesh has innumerable natural treasure troves in its kitty This “rising land of sun” in India is famed around the globe for its serene beauty and diverse flora and fauna.
This beautiful and virgin state of North-East India has several wonderful places that can mesmerize you at the very first glance. Among all the alluring places of the state, Mechuka valley is one such place where you can behold the exotic charm of the “Mother Nature”.
Mechuka, the forbidden valley of Arunachal Pradesh is nestled in the Eastern Himalayas. It is the divisional head quarter, in the northern part of the West Siang District in Arunachal Pradesh. Mechuka is blessed with stunning beauty of blue hills, river Siom, and lush green forests.
Mechuka valley is the home to the people of the Memba tribe. They are mostly the believers of the Buddhism and speaks Memba, Adi, Hindi and English. This place of Arunachal Pradesh is known for both its religious and historical significance.
The prime attraction of Mechuka is an ancient Buddhist Monastery. It is called Samten Yongcha of Mehayana sect. This 400 year old monastery is perched at a hilltop in the western part of Mechuka valley. This gompa or monastery is contemporary to the great Tawang monastery of the state and it serve as one of the important tourist spot of the region. Mechuka is also embellished with numerous ancient statues.
It is said that around five sanctuary ago, the teacher of the Sikh religion Guru Nanakji has once visited Mechuka and has done meditation at the origin of the river Siom. Even Mechuka has political importance also. It is just 29 km away from the Indo-China international boundary and had played a pivotal role during the Indo-China war of 1962.
It is one of the rarest place of India which can be visited throughout the year. The weather of this place always remain pleasant due to its proximity to great Himalayan mountain ranges. It is not at all difficult to reach this place. You can reach here via fight, train or bus. The nearest airport to Mechuka is at Mohanbari (Assam) and the closest railway station is at Silpathar. If you want to travel to Mechuka via roadways while enjoying the scenic beauty of the country side than you have to board a bus from Along which is 215 km away from Mechuka.
So, what are you waiting for? Listen to the beckoning of this pristine valley and immerse yourself in the magnificent beauty of this land in company of your beloved person.
By Jolly Mazumdar
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