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Anjaw Tourism

Anjaw is a small offbeat town amidst enormous greenery, gleaming waterfalls, beautiful river streams, pine forests and a thousand other spectacular things.

Anjaw is not a much developed tourist destination, but due to its natural surroundings and greenery, it is a place where one can find solitude away from the noise of the cities. Anjaw in Arunanchal Pradesh is a newly born district after its split from the Lohit district in 2004. River Lohit, a tributary of Brahmaputra flows by this city which situated 1296 meters above sea level and is the eastern most district of India; just 20 Km away from the India - China border. People who visit this place not only appreciate the beauty of the nature, weather and ethnicity but also indulge in adventure sports activities

Things to do in Anjaw

1. Kibithoo

Kibithoo
Kibithoo is located 1305 meters above sea level and on the right bank of the river Lohit. Kibithoo is a perfect spot surrounded with river streams, gleaming waterfalls, thick dense forests, rash berri (Read More)es, pine forests and some alluring flowers merging to form a magnificent panorama.

2. Tezu

Tezu
As you roam around the woods enriched with lush greenery and birds chirping those soothing melodies with the Shivalinga rocks on the backdrop, you will praise the beauty of nature that has been bestow (Read More)ed upon Tezu.

3. Hawai and Hayuliang

Hawai and Hayuliang
Hawai in Mishmi language means pond and this beautiful spot is located 1296 meters above sea level. This place is known for the ethnicity and lovely chilly weather around it.

4. Dong

Dong
Dong is 7 Km away from Walong and on the left bank of Lohit and experiences the earliest sunrise in the country. There are numerous pine trees that surround this town which is enriched with lush green (Read More)ery.

5. Walong

Walong
Walong in Mishmi dialect means "Place full of Bamboo". It is situated 1094 meters above sea level on the west bank of Lohit river. This place holds great historical importance because the Indian marty (Read More)rs sacrificed their lives here when the Chinese invasion took place in 1962.

6. Chaglogam

Chaglogam
Situated on the left bank of Dalai river, 1258 meters above sea level. Chaglogam renders great opportunities for different adventure sports like trekking, angling, rafting, mountain climbing etc.

How to Reach Anjaw

How to Reach Overview

Tezu is the nearest airport to Anjaw. There are helicopter services available from here to Hayuliang. Dibrugarh airport is 150 km from Anjaw. Also, Guwahati airport is nearby and is well connected from the other main cities of the country. Tinsukia railway station is the nearest railway station. You can also reach Anjaw through roads as there are local buses from Ziro, Tezu, Along and Daporijo.

How to reach Anjaw by flight

The closest airport is in Tezu. There are also helicopter services available from Tezu to Hayuliang. Guwahati, Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport is the nearest major airport with regular flights connecting to the major cities. Cabs can be hired from these cities.

How to reach Anjaw by road

Anjaw can be reached by NH52 and there are bus facilities available at nominal costs. These buses are available from other closer cities like Tezu, Daparjito, Pasighat, Along and Ziro.

How to reach Anjaw by train

Closest railway station from Anjaw is the Tinsukia railway station in Assam. From there, you can take cab or buses for the further journey to Anjaw.

Local transport in Anjaw

The intra city commuting is not that developed but there are buses available to travel within the cities and the tickets of these buses are cheap. These buses may not be the most luxurious way of travelling though

Anjaw Photos

Anjaw, Arunachal Pradesh
Tezu - Sight-seeing
Hawai and Hayuliang - Sight-seeing
Dong - Sight Seeing

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FAQs on Anjaw

What is famous about Anjaw?

Untouched by pollution and chaos of city life.

What is not so good about Anjaw?

Very few accommodation options available. Intra city commuting is not very well developed.

Who should visit Anjaw?

Anjaw is an ideal destination for people looking for a vacation away from the hectic schedule of daily life. It is for couples, because of its idyllic surroundings as well as for adventure seekers as it offers opportunities for hiking. 

What is the best time to visit Anjaw?

March to August are the best months to visit Anjaw. The weather in Anjaw is sub tropical which makes it a region to visit anytime during the year. However, it is advised to visit Anjaw during the summers to enjoy the natural beauty of this place.
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What is the local food in Anjaw?

Staple diet of people here is rice with meat or fish or any other leafy vegetable, especially lettuce. Besides these, Momos and Thukpa which is a kind of noodle soup are very common. Apong - beer made from rice is also available in different flavour and is a must try while you are in Anjaw
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What is the best way to reach Anjaw?

Tezu is the nearest airport to Anjaw. There are helicopter services available from here to Hayuliang. Dibrugarh airport is 150 km from Anjaw. Also, Guwahati airport is nearby and is well connected from the other main cities of the country. Tinsukia railway station is the nearest railway station. You can also reach Anjaw through roads as there are local buses from Ziro, Tezu, Along and Daporijo.

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What are the things to do in Anjaw?

The top things to do in Anjaw are Kibithoo, Tezu, Hawai and Hayuliang, Dong, Walong, Chaglogam. You can see all the places to visit in Anjaw here

What are the places near Anjaw?

The top places near to Anjaw are Roing which is 55 km from Anjaw, Dibru saikhowa national park which is located 101 km from Anjaw, Anini which is located 106 km from Anjaw, Pasighat which is located 101 km from Anjaw, Changlang which is located 104 km from Anjaw

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Surbhi Parashar

6 years ago
- The district has seven Administrative Units: Hayuliang, Hawai, Manchal, Goiliang, Walong, Kibithoo and Chaglogam. Each unit has a different attraction to the tourists varying from sight seeing to a (Read More)dventure sports. A traveler on a short trip should prioritize accordingly
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