Ministry of Tourism, Government of India Celebrates Visit India Year (Entitled as "Explore India Millennium Year") 1999-2000 : The North East (Gangtok-Guwahati-Shillong-Kohima)

A misty dawn on the mountains. A bronze sunset across the expanse of the Brahmaputra. The clang of prayer bells at a monastery. Life moves at a serene pace in the North East.

The North East is composed of seven states whose natural beauty has earned them the sobriquet of 'seven sisters'.

Assam, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Meghalaya have been generously blessed by nature. Enchey Monastery, Gangtok

Verdant valleys, emerald tea gardens, lush forests and tumultuous rivers blend to create magnificent landscapes.

You begin your travel at the picturesque city of Gangtok, capital of Sikkim, where orchids bloom on the hillside. Then journey to Guwahati, Kohima, Shillong - the incomparable jewels of the North East. With salubrious climate, fascinating customs, beautiful handicrafts and the warm welcome of its gentle people.

Destinations
Covered

Gangtok
Guwahati
Shillong
Kohima

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