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Plan a getaway to tranquil destination- Mechuka

If you are planning a secret getaway with your family and friends and want to live it up to the fullest then we have something for you. Instead of planning for trodden and obvious places like Manali, Shimla, Lonavala or Ooty plan a goody-good vacay in the wilderness of Eastern India. Arunachal Pradesh is the land of Dawn-lit mountains offering unprecedented aestheticism.  Picturesque valleys, gushing waterfalls, clear water lakes and scenic beauty that will surely make your fall in love with a single glance. The place has everything that will make you wonder about nature’s kindness to us mankind. Well, take your time out the maddening chaos of the mundane city life and spend a week with virgin nature.7

Besides, the alluring sight-seeing, Arunachal Pradesh have something to offer the adventure lovers as well. Mechuka is one of the famous places in Arunachal Pradesh known for the adventure festivals they organize every year. Located at an altitude of 1829m above the sea level, it is the perfect getaway if you believe in unlimited enjoyment. You will find enchanting Buddhist in the serene meadows narrating their religious stories.10626241_1503593193244389_4769241777710033194_O Mechuka is also blessed with a historical loop; you can visit a 400-year-old Samten Yong-ha monastery which is located on the hilltop overlooking the undulating terrains. You can also witness old statues which are well preserved till date. If you are visiting the place in February, try to be there during Losar Festival, a five days New Year celebration. Mopin Festival starts from the 5th day of April and continues for 5 days.

They also have one of the adventure festivals in November as well. This year’s Mechuka Aventure Festival organized by Department of Tourism, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh started from 7th 8th and 9th November 2016. The paragliding over the serene beauty and breathtaking valleys made people go wow about the beauty of Mechuka. 1024Px-Mechuka_Overview_2-1024X640Kayaking and River rafting in the Siyom River will let your face your fear insight. From varieties of activities like Zorbing, Archery and bicycle Riding Mechuka promises a great time with your friends and family. Recently, Aamir Khan along with his wife Kiran Rao was spotted spending their ‘we’ time in the Mechuka Valleys. After hosting a grand Diwali Bash they took their time off and spend some time in Meghalaya and lately attended Mechuka Adventure Festival. They planned a more intimate birthday celebration for Kiran Rao in the scenic Arunachal beauty. Amir posted a picture on the banks of a river with beautiful mountains at the back. He captioned, “In the wilderness of Arunachal. It’s a really beautiful Place.”

How to reach- Nearest Airport is Lilabari and Simen Chapari is the nearest railway station.