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Koloriang In Arunachal Pradesh

Written by Sudhir Kumar

Koloriang a place in Kurung Kumey District of Arunachal Pradesh in India. You can learn about the businesses, see photos, watch videos and get other relevant information about Koloriang by following the corresponding links in this page.

About Koloriang :

Located at an altitude of 1,040 metres above sea level, Koloriang, a small town, is situated in the Subansiri District of the state of Arunachal Pradesh. Situated on the banks of River Kurung, this beautiful town is also an old administrative centre. At present, the destination sprawls over a land area of 5,39,672.50 square metres.

This town has derived its name from two words, Kolo meaning the name of the person who is believed to be the owner of the area and Riang meaning land. In addition, it also serves as the capital of the district of Kurung Kumey.

Known for its natural beauty, the town is one of the ideal locations for those interested in nature walks as well as trekking. On the way to Koloriang from Ziro, there are numerous picnic spots. Besides, tourists visiting the town can head towards nearby villages such as Sangra, Palin, Deed and Talo.

Flights, trains and buses all are available to the destination. The nearest airport serving the destination is Tezpur Airport, which is located in Assam. Tourists travelling from international destinations can board flights to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati, which has connecting flights to Lilabari Airport in Assam, located close to Koloriang.

Trains are also available, which are served by Tinsukia Railway Station located in Assam. This train station is connected with Guwahati and hence, tourists travelling from major cities of India such as Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata can board trains to this station. In addition, buses are also available for travellers, which can be boarded from other parts of Arunachal Pradesh and the country.

Summer is the best time to visit this beautiful town, which commences from the month of March and extends till the end of May. The temperature during this season ranges between 20° Celsius and 30° Celsius.

Attractions Of Koloriang In Arunachal Pradesh :

Koloriang is a small town that is located in the Subansiri district of the state of Arunachal Pradesh. The town is an old administrative center and it is set amidst lush green valleys and forests. One can see many rivers and streams near the town of Koloriang as well. The town is located at an altitude of 1040 meters above sea level. It is situated on the banks of the River Kurung. The town has a cover of snow during the winter season. The region has been untouched so far and tourism is still a developing in the town. The unexplored nature of the town makes it ideal for nature enthusiasts and those who are looking to get away from the hustle of urban life.

There are many picnic spots that are located along the Ziro to Koloriang route and these are good places to visit. One can see many small villages that are located in the region as well. Visiting them can be an exciting experience and the local population is hospitable. The villages of Sangra, Palin, Deed and Talo are located nearby. There is an inspection bungalow that is located here and this is the only place that offers accommodation.

History :

Koloriang was an unnoticed remote tribal area for centuries. Historically not much is known about the place. Administratively based on its location it can be said that it was ruled by the Jitri Dynasty in the 11th century and later by the Ahom Kingdom.

The Ahom rulers gave the Nyishis the right to receive payments from a few villages at the foothills. To get this right they had to pay an annual royalty to the king. This collection was not sufficient for them. In the late 16th century, they began to raid the neighboring villages and revolted against the king by not paying any royalty to him. The era of King Rudra Singha was peaceful when the Nyishis and the Ahoms agreed to live in coordination.

After the death of King Rudra Singha the hostility began again. In 1769, the Moamaria rebellion, broke out in Assam and continued till the early 18th century. The Nyishis and the Ahoms agreed to fight together against the Ahom Kingdom. The revolt however did not last for long.

The Ahom kingdom collapsed and the Treaty of Yandabo was signed between Assam and the British that led to Assam and its neighboring areas including Koloriang coming under the control of the British in1826. The British did not focus towards any development of the Nyishis. The tribe gradually began to settle down in plains and began cultivation.

Location :

Koloriang is located in the Kurung Kumey district of Arunachal Pradesh. The town islocated at an altitude of 1,040 meters above sea level on the banks of River Kurung. The Payu River that flows through Koloriang originates from Hamching. It is located at a distance of about 260 km from the state capital Itanagar.

The Kurung Kumey district is bounded by China and Upper Subansiri District in the north, East Kameng District and Lower Subansiri District in the south west and south east. The Kurung and Kumey are the two streams that flow through the district which are a part of the Subansiri River (a tributary of River Brahmaputra). The district mainly consists of mountains, peaks and valleys.

How To Reach :

Koloriang by Air : The nearest airport to Koloriang is Lilabari Airport in Assam which is about 245 km away. The nearest International Airport is the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati, which is about 600 km away. Tezpur Airport in Assam is about 435 km from Koloriang.

From the Airport, tourists can hire a taxi/cab or a bus to reach Koloriang. Jeep and Gypsy is the ideal mode to reach Koloriang.

Koloriang by Rail : The nearest railway stationto Koloriang is Harmoti Station in Assam which is about 250 km away. Harmoti is well connected to all major cities of the country.

From the Station, tourists can hire a taxi/cab or a bus to reach Koloriang. Jeep and Gypsy is the ideal mode to reach Koloriang.

Koloriang by Road : Koloriang is well connected to the neighboring towns by well-maintained roads. Tourists can hire a taxi/cab to reach Koloriang. Jeep and Gypsy is the ideal mode to reach Koloriang. Visitors generally prefer Koloriang as a stop by town during their tour to other cities of Arunachal.

Koloriang by Bus Route : Private and APRTC buses connect Koloriang with the other cities of Arunachal. Buses are available from Guwahati in Assam directly to Koloriang. The frequency of buses is less to Koloriang as compared to the other cities of Arunachal.

The frequency of the government buses is not too often and hence they are overcrowded. The buses need maintenance and it is advisable to travel by private buses as they are more comfortable. The best option is however to hire a private vehicle with a local guide who has enough knowledge about the place and the security measures to be followed.

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