East Kameng is one of the important of districts of Arunachal Pradesh. The district shares border internationally with Tibet, nationally with Assam and locally with Kurung Kumey, Papumpare and West Kameng.
As far as climate of East Kameng District is concerned, it enjoys two different kinds of climates. In the northern region it is cool temperate or arid tundra type and towards the south the climate is humid subtropical. This variety in climate helps East Kameng District to grow fruits like apple, oranges, plums, etc.
Various ethnic tribes make East Kameng a land of diverse practices, cultures and beliefs. The most prominent tribe of East Kameng District is Nishi. Other tribes of East Kameng are the Miji, Aka and the Sullung. Majority of these tribes follow the Donyi-Polo religion. These tribal people earn their livelihood by farming crops like paddy, barley, maize or even fruits in orchards. Recently, fishing has also become a major occupation among the tribes. Started in 1965-66, the fishing industry of East Kameng is today a booming source of employment. The District Fishery Development Officer of East Kameng has done a remarkable job in uplifting the industry and in implementing the modern technologies of pisiculture. As modern technologies are beginning to creep into East Kameng, horticulture is also becoming a productive field for the locals as well as the administration.
East Kameng has a few splendid tourist spots to attract tourists. Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary, has a rich collection of wildlife to lure tourists to get a taste of Arunachal Pradesh. The colorful festivals of the local tribes in the capital of East Kameng, Sappa also is a major attraction. Above all, the pristine landscape of East Kameng fresh from the hand of God is worth a thousand miles journey for the tourists.
As far as climate of East Kameng District is concerned, it enjoys two different kinds of climates. In the northern region it is cool temperate or arid tundra type and towards the south the climate is humid subtropical. This variety in climate helps East Kameng District to grow fruits like apple, oranges, plums, etc.
Various ethnic tribes make East Kameng a land of diverse practices, cultures and beliefs. The most prominent tribe of East Kameng District is Nishi. Other tribes of East Kameng are the Miji, Aka and the Sullung. Majority of these tribes follow the Donyi-Polo religion. These tribal people earn their livelihood by farming crops like paddy, barley, maize or even fruits in orchards. Recently, fishing has also become a major occupation among the tribes. Started in 1965-66, the fishing industry of East Kameng is today a booming source of employment. The District Fishery Development Officer of East Kameng has done a remarkable job in uplifting the industry and in implementing the modern technologies of pisiculture. As modern technologies are beginning to creep into East Kameng, horticulture is also becoming a productive field for the locals as well as the administration.
East Kameng has a few splendid tourist spots to attract tourists. Pakhui Wildlife Sanctuary, has a rich collection of wildlife to lure tourists to get a taste of Arunachal Pradesh. The colorful festivals of the local tribes in the capital of East Kameng, Sappa also is a major attraction. Above all, the pristine landscape of East Kameng fresh from the hand of God is worth a thousand miles journey for the tourists.
Arunachal_pradesh_Districts
Changlang Dibangvalley East-kameng
East-siang Lohit Lowersubansiri
Tawang Tirap Uppersubansiri
West-kameng West-siang
Arunachal_pradesh_Districts
Changlang Dibangvalley East-kameng
East-siang Lohit Lowersubansiri
Tawang Tirap Uppersubansiri
West-kameng West-siang