Discover the Enchanting Sangti Valley with DriveNExplore
If you are planning to spend your next vacation at the hills, add Sangti Valley to your list already. Located around 14 kilometers from Dirang, a village in the district of West Kameng in Arunachal Pradesh, this serene valley offers breathtaking scenery rich culture, and an ideal destination for picnics and other outdoor adventures. The name of the valley, ‘Sangti’ derives from the name of the river that flows along with the valley. Blessed with picturesque scenery and weather, the valley is also ideal for those looking for a place to trek.
Sangti Valley: A Hidden Himalayan Paradise
Sangti village is located on the on-site of valley. At Dirang Dzong village Sangti river embraces the river Dirang. The village is located near the Dirang town. Mostly, Monpa people who are the followers of Mahayana Buddhism resides there. This peaceful village, with its pristine surroundings, is an excellent spot for those seeking tranquility, away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Sangti valley is surrounded by the majestic Eastern Himalayan peaks, offering a stunning backdrop to the valley. Typically the valley enjoys pleasant weather throughout the year with some light snowfall during the months of winter. One of the key attractions of this valley is it’s renowned fruit orchards that includes an array of fruits including kiwi, apple, apricot, orange among others. Additionally, the valley is sprinkled with pristine woods and swift-moving hill rivers. In addition, the Black Necked Cranes,that visit this valley’s fields every winter, call it home. This bird is also considered holy among the Monpa people who resides there. The valley is also considered a breeding centre for this endangered species and efforts to protect and conserve this species are ongoing.
If you’re looking to explore the valley more deeply, there are many tourist attractions in this region including monasteries and campsites. With a population that stands at 630, there are many Monpa worshipped monasteries located along the valley. Then there is the Sangti Valley Sheep Farm, located along the bank of the river Sangti. The farm is a government run sheep breeding farm with a population of around 300 sheeps. In addition, there many campsites located in the valley along with the river. They are owned and maintained by local people.
If you are someone who loves picnics by the riverside, Sangti Valley is the perfect place for enjoying a perfect brunch or lunch while bathing in the sun by the river Dirang. As the valley enjoys pleasant weather mostly, a picnic here is a must-do activity here.
If you’re also planning to explore Dirang valley, a minimum of 2 or 3 days is needed. Some other places to explore while you’re there includes the Khastung Monastery, dedicated to Dolma or devi in Hindi, Mandala Top, with 108 stupas, The brand new monastery at Dirang town, the Thupsung Dhargyeling Monastery, National Research Centre for Yak, Natural Hot Springs , Kalachakra Gompa , Chug Valley. Additionally, there is Dirang Dzong, the village inhabited since 900 AD.
Although, there is no such perfect season or time to visit Sangti valley as the weather is perfect throughout the year, except for some rainy days, it can be hot sometimes during summers. So the ideal time to visit would be September to December. The arrival of the black cranes during the winters would also add to your experience.
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