Every dish in Arunachal Pradesh is incomplete without a few bamboo shoots. In this popular and traditional dish, the tender bamboo is marinated in baking soda, and ground spices are cooked on a low flame. It is a side dish that is hot and crispy. The bamboo shoots are eaten with chutneys, boiled vegetables and cooked meat.

Rice is the staple food of Arunachal Pradesh food with any dish as a side dish. The rice is cooked in two different ways. The first one is the unique and important method where rice is cooked in a hollow bamboo with some hot coal over it for a different flavor. In the second method, the rice is cooked using brass utensils, and before serving, the rice is wrapped in leaves for a delicious flavor.

It is a famous type of a pickle that is made by the Apatani tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. It is one of the favorites and a popular accompaniment of food. Pika Pila is made by using bamboo shoot and pork fat with some king chilly.

Lukter is another delicacy of the state. It is made using cooked dry meat with chilly flakes from the King chilly or Bhut Jolokia. It is also a side dish and eaten with traditionally prepared rice.

Pehak is another side dish which is a type of spicy chutney. It is made by fermented soya bean and chilli. The chilly in it makes it hot and spicy. This dish is best served with steamed rice and Lukter. The flavoured rice with this chutney makes for a great dish.

Chura Sabzi is a type of a curry that is made by fermented cheese which is made by either yak milk or cow’s milk and some King chilly which makes the dish super spicy but delicious. This dish is also served with rice.

The Yomgo River Festival (Siang River Festival) is held to celebrate the communal harmony in Arunachal Pradesh. Earlier this festival was celebrated in the form of Brahmaputra Darshan Festival in Tezu and Pasighat but since the year 2005, the festival is celebrated as Siang River Festival in places like Tuting, Yingkiong and Pasighat.

It is one of the most popular festivals in Arunachal Pradesh and is an attempt to promote eco-tourism and offer a lot of adventure fun activities like elephant race, traditional boat race, Didi – the mock war game of Mishmis, River rafting, Food Festivals, Folk dances, Cultural Shows, Hot air balloon & Paragliding and Exhibition of local model house. Apart from this, an exhibition of handloom and handicrafts by the different districts is also held.

This is a modern day winter festival which started in the year 2007 and since then has been gaining a lot of popularity in the state. This festival is celebrated in Nampong which is situated in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh. Pangsua Pass Winter Festival (PPWF) is a three-day fest that takes place in the month of January each year.

This festival is Arunachal’s own version of the Sunburn Festival. Ziro Festival of Music is the biggest outdoor music festival in the state and is the most happening event in Arunachal Pradesh as well. Music lovers from all over the state and the North East region gather at Ziro, where this festival takes place.

It is a four-day festival where the music lovers enjoy the performances of international and domestic music artists. Folk acts from all across the North East are also organized; therefore, it is a good opportunity to learn about the different cultures here. People make merry and spend four unforgettable days at the Ziro Festival of Music.

An agriculture festival- Solung is celebrated in the month of monsoon. This 10 days festival is amongst the most famous festivals in North East India, especially celebrated by the Adi community in West Siang district, East Siang district, Lower Dibang Valley district, Upper Dibang Valley district and Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh.The date for the festival is different each year and is decided by Kebang or the village council keeping the convenience of the villagers in mind and once the date is fixed the preparation of the local beer Apong starts. On the first day, the Indian Bison along with pigs are slaughtered in the early hours of the morning. On the second day, 1/3rd of the meat is distributed among the relatives; also, a grand dinner feast is arranged for neighbours, women and children.

Visiting Namdapha National Park is one of the best things to do in Arunachal Pradesh. This is the third-largest national park located in India and it spreads over 1985 sq.km ranges of 200 meters. Here, be prepared to see towering mountains, jungles, and a lot of water bodies. The park is said to be home to the Red Panda. In India there are about 20 odd protected areas which aim to protect the species. Do not forget to spend some time here when you are in Arunachal Pradesh.

Sela Pass is the best tourist spot you could ever visit in Arunachal Pradesh. This is a mountain pass with a height of nearly 13, 700 feet. This mountain is known to be considered as sacred by Buddhists and believed that 101 lakes exist near this Pass. In fact, people drive up to the Sela Pass to visit the twin lakes too. They call it the Sela Lake and it adds the grace, beauty, and travelers are sure to enjoy when they visit the place. While you are driving and you are on the way to the Sela Pass, you will simply love the snow-laden path. Without any doubt, driving all the way to Sela Pass is the best thing to do in Arunachal Pradesh anytime.

If you are searching for different things to do in Arunachal Pradesh, Tezu should be on your list for sure. This has significance in a way that no other lake in the state as this lake. To visit this lake, you need to go to Mishmi Hills. Once you reach there, you can sit near the glow lake and enjoy the scenery. You can also visit this place if you want to see a wildlife sanctuary, museum, a botanical garden too. This works as a nice romantic getaway too so indulge in the decision of going to Tezu and you will not be disappointed.

If you are searching for different things to do in Arunachal Pradesh, Tezu should be on your list for sure. This has significance in a way that no other lake in the state as this lake. To visit this lake, you need to go to Mishmi Hills. Once you reach there, you can sit near the glow lake and enjoy the scenery. You can also visit this place if you want to see a wildlife sanctuary, museum, a botanical garden too. This works as a nice romantic getaway too so indulge in the decision of going to Tezu and you will not be disappointed.