Popularly known as the land of ‘Dawn-lit mountains’ Arunachal Pradesh is one of the most beautiful States located in the North-Eastern part of India. It is a treasure trove of natural marvels, which makes it a preferred travel destination especially for those who love nature.
Tawang, Ziro Valley, Roing, Sela Pass, Namdapha National Park, Bomdila, Dirang, Tezu, Pasighat, Nuranang Falls, Mechuka, Itanagar, Along, Bhalukpong, Sangti, Changlang, Bumla Pass, Anini, Daporijo, Hayuliang Village, Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary and Gorichen Peak are some of the popular tourist attractions in Arunachal Pradesh.
A land of tribal cultures, Buddhist monasteries, pristine lakes, high altitude mountains, and quaint hillside villages, Arunachal Pradesh also has beautiful festivals which are celebrated in different parts of the year.
Arunachal Pradesh became a full-fledged state of India on 20th February 1987. This date is celebrated as Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day every year. On Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day 2024, here is a glimpse into some of the most popular and colourful festivals celebrated by its residents.
Festivals of Arunachal Pradesh
Losar Festival

This is one of the main festivals of Arunachal Pradesh which is celebrated to welcome the Tibetan New Year spanning for a fortnight. With an aim to ward off evil and invite positive energy and peace in every home, the festival is marked by cleaning homes, hoisting religious flags over every house, offering prayers, reading Holy Scriptures and lighting butter lamps in every home.
This festival is observed by people belonging to the Monpa tribe, which forms a dominant population in the state’s Tawang and West Kemang districts. The Monpas, who are the followers of Mahayana Buddhism, worship the local deity and enjoy local wine and traditional food together during the festival. They also dress up beautifully in ethnic jewellery and outfits.
Tawang is one of the most popular tourist attractions in North East India. The festival is celebrated in February or early March and travellers flocking the valley during this part of the year can witness this beautiful festival. Traditional mask dance, Aji Lhamu is a major attraction of this festival.
Dree Festival

The Dree festival is celebrated in July first week every year. It is celebrated by the Apatani tribe, also known as Apa, which resides in the Ziro valley in the Lower Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh. It is an agricultural festival observed for seeking protection against insects and pests, famine and epidemics and praying for soil fertility of the soil. Worshipping is done in a place closer to the paddy fields, the exact venue is selected by the priest. Deities like Tamu, Metii, Danyi and Harniang are worshipped during this festival.
Solung Festival



