A newly-launched community-based tourism project in Arunachal Pradesh is hoping it will succeed in preserving the traditional architecture of the native populace while providing a sustainable economic lifeline at the same time.
India
This Initiative Is Protecting Arunachal's Heritage & Local Economy
WWF-India is working with the Monpa people of western Arunachal Pradesh to preserve their heritage homes through sustainable tourism
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Phurshing gombu is a charcoal roasted savoury dough infused with solidified oleoresin. It is believed to alleviate muscular pain
Photo: Copyright: Nishant Sinha/WWF-India
Phurshing gombu is a charcoal roasted savoury dough infused with solidified oleoresin. It is believed to alleviate muscular pain
Photo: Copyright: Nishant Sinha/WWF-India
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