The Eight Sisters.

Explore the distinct geography, deep heritage, and rich experiences of Northeast India's states.

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Assam

The Gateway to Northeast India

Assam, the land of the mighty Brahmaputra river, lush green tea gardens, and the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, offers a rich cultural tapestry shaped by the Ahom dynasty and vibrant indigenous tribal communities.

Best season: October to April
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Meghalaya

The Abode of Clouds

Meghalaya is a sensory wonderland of living root bridges, cascading crystal waterfalls, massive limestone caves, and Mawlynnong—recognized as Asia's cleanest village.

Best season: October to May
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Arunachal Pradesh

The Land of the Dawn-Lit Mountains

Arunachal Pradesh is India's wild frontier, offering snow-capped Himalayan peaks, pristine pine valleys, and ancient Buddhist monasteries near Tibet.

Best season: October to April
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Nagaland

The Land of Festivals

Nagaland is a land of hills, rich warrior folklore, and the spectacular Hornbill Festival—a cultural extravaganza bringing together 16 distinct tribes.

Best season: October to May
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Sikkim

Under the shadow of Kanchenjunga

Sikkim, the first fully organic state in India, boasts alpine lakes, majestic Himalayan vistas, and vibrant Tibetan monasteries nestled under Mount Kanchenjunga.

Best season: March to May, October to December
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Manipur

The Jewel of India

Manipur offers a unique combination of floating national parks, the legendary classical Ras Lila dance, and Ima Keithel—the world's only market run entirely by women.

Best season: October to April
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Tripura

The Land of Royal Heritage

Tripura is a state of ancient rock carvings, lakes, and royal palaces, displaying a unique mix of Bengali culture and indigenous Tripuri tribal history.

Best season: October to March
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Mizoram

The Song of the Blue Hills

Mizoram, the land of rolling blue hills, bamboo dance, and high mist, offers serene valleys and pine forests along the borders of Myanmar and Bangladesh.

Best season: October to April
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