
Arunachal Pradesh is the easternmost state of India,part of which is claimed by China. Arunachal Pradesh borders with the Indian state of Assam to the south and Nagaland to the southeast. Burma/Myanmar lies to the east, Bhutan to the west north, it borders with Chinese-ruled Tibet. Itanagar is the capital of the state.
Arunachal Pradesh means "land of the dawn lit mountains"
The forests of Arunachal Pradesh possess a phenomenal range of biological diversity. The forests are also home to sizeable tribal population which continues to live in close association with nature and utilizes a wide variety of forest resources for sustenance and livelihood.
Arunachal has a rich tradition of Bamboo and Cane Handicrafts and also Wood Carving and Carpet Weaving. The products reflect the rich and varied culture of the tribes inhabiting this enchanting State and the products featured are representative of the wide range of Handicrafts produced in the State. |