Ziro Tourism

The north-eastern state of India has its identity all over the world due to its natural beauty and changing weather. The magnificent heritage of art and handicrafts and colourful festivals reflect the confidence of the people in the immense power of nature. One such place is the Ziro located at an altitude of 5754 feet (1,780 m) above sea level in Arunachal Pradesh, which is known for its cultural heritage and enchanting view. Because of its beauty, this town has also been enrolled in UNESCOs World Heritage sites.

One of the most ancient cities in Arunachal Pradesh, Ziro is a small hill station surrounded by hills filled with pine trees. Dense forests spread all over the region are the homes of tribal people. This area is also very popular because of its paddy fields. Ziro is very rich in terms of plants and animals and is an ideal place for nature due to its diversity.

The tribal people in Ziro are so fond of nature that they worship nature like God and find themselves connected to it. The people there live by making handicrafts and handloom products besides Farms. Apart from other tribal people, the people of the Eno are permanent residents of the Gyro region. There are many festivals celebrated by your toni, including the Myoko festival celebrated in March, the Murung festival celebrated in January and the Dri festival of July.

If you are planning to go to Ziro, you can go to the green-filled Shanta Tally Valley, the 5000 thousand year old Meghna Cave temple. You can also go to the fort to see the beautiful birds and the beautiful view of sunrise. It is a popular tourist destination here.

How to Reach

By Air

Jorhat is the nearest airport which is 98 kms away from Assam. Another airport is Lilabari which is at a distance of 123 kms from zero and is about 449 km from zero, Guwahati International Airport.

By Rail

Naharlagun (100 km) and North Lakhimpur (117 km) are the two railway stations to reach here. Daily trains run from Guwahati to Naharlagun from New Delhi one day a week.

By Road

Buses ply at night from Guwahati to zero. Arunachal Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation buses run four days a week. However, you can reach the Zero Valley by taxi from here to North Lakhimpur or Itanagar.

When to go

The month of February to October is the best for visiting Zero Valley. There is a music festival in September. In which people from all over the country and abroad come to join.

State :

Arunachal Pradesh

How to Reach Ziro

Ziro is a small town located in the Lower Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is a popular tourist destination known for its picturesque landscapes, indigenous culture, and music festival. The nearest airport to Ziro is in Tezpur, Assam, while the nearest railway station is in Naharlagun, Arunachal Pradesh. Ziro is well connected by road to other major cities in Arunachal Pradesh and neighboring states.

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  By Air

  The nearest airport to Ziro is the Tezpur Airport, which is located approximately 280 km away from the town. There are no direct flights to Tezpur from major cities in India, but connecting flights are available from Kolkata and Guwahati. From the airport, you can take a taxi or hire a car to reach Ziro.

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  By Road

  Ziro is well connected by road to other major cities in Arunachal Pradesh and neighboring states. National Highway 229 connects Ziro to Itanagar, the capital city of Arunachal Pradesh. From Itanagar, you can take a bus or hire a car to reach Ziro. The distance between Itanagar and Ziro is approximately 150 km, and it takes around 4-5 hours to reach by road. Alternatively, you can also take a shared taxi or a bus from Guwahati, Assam, to reach Ziro. The distance between Guwahati and Ziro is approximately 450 km, and it takes around 12-14 hours to reach by road.

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  By Train

  The nearest railway station to Ziro is the Naharlagun Railway Station, which is located approximately 100 km away from the town. The station is well connected to major cities in India, including Delhi, Kolkata, and Guwahati. From the station, you can take a taxi or hire a car to reach Ziro.