Nuranang Falls | Jung Falls | Tawang | Arunachal Pradesh, India | All You Need To Know

An elusive ambiance is always present near a waterfall where every wisp tells an incomparable story. And the falling water that has been from a complex system tries to enlighten everyone about its amazing peregrination which is so precious to fountain lovers.

Front view of Nuranang Falls

Nuranang Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in part of Arunachal Pradesh and is yet unknown to many travelers. This spectacular waterfall located 2 kilometers away from the small hill town of Jang of Tawang district is about 100 meters in height. As there is a small hydroelectric power plant for generating electricity, tourists are not allowed to enter some portions of this area.

 Visitor is enjoying the falls

                                 

The waterfall's name came from a local Monpa tribe language (a girl named Nura). The place is emotionally significant for many people. According to legends, a wonderful dream had been woven between the local girl Nura and a brave rifleman Jaswant Sing Rawat awarded a posthumous Maha Vir Chakra during the battle time in 1962. At the time of the Sino-Indian war, Jaswant had been serving in the 4th Battalion, 4th Garhwal Rifles.

Due to the continuous attack by the Chinese forces, the higher authority of the Indian Army had wanted to retreat their troops from the position. But Jaswant Sing Rawat refused the command and decided to protect his motherland alone. Although his regiment had left him alone, he was not alone on the battlefield. The innocent girl Nura who had a dream to live a beautiful life with the soldier and her sister Sela had been raising their hands for him and played an incomparable role to protect their motherland. However, a war gives nothing but destruction. Like many wretched, their pathetic love story had not seen a happy ending due to the war. Local people say that Jaswant Sing Rawat had killed many Chinese soldiers before giving the ultimate sacrifice. Before the killing, Chinese forces had captured Nura where Sela had lost her life due to the grenade explosion on the battlefield.

Nuranang river

      

To show honor for her bravery, the state government of Arunachal Pradesh has chosen this name for the waterfall and the river.

Although the waterfall is renowned for its glorious name Nuranang, it also knowns as Jung Falls, Jang Falls or Bong Bong Falls.

The fall is situated at a height of 6000 ft above sea level and is dotted with lush green nature that can help you to soothe your mind. As the melting snow from Sela pass is the primary source of the waterfall, the winter season is the best time to visit the waterfall. During this time, the water level in the fall is in leaps and bounds.

Vertical view of Nuranang Falls

                            

This spectacular place belongs to a restricted area. Therefore, visitors have to bring all legal documents. Moreover, foreigners have to bring special permission from the Indian high commission before visiting the place. To reach the Nuranang Falls, visitors should come to Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh first. Now you can hire a four-wheeler for Jang town. The distance between Tawang to Jang is about 60 km, and the journey will take more than 2 hours.

Visitor is enjoying the view