Time : Through out the year, but especially during the Losar festival.
Best Time To Visit : Febuary or March or April To October.
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ArcheryArchery is one of the most ancient sport originated in India. In the day and age of the Rig-Veda, Ramayana and Mahabharata men of stature and circumstance were expected to be competent in archery. The equipment needed to play this sport are - Bow & Arrow.
Archery is the most popular and loved game of Arunachal Pradesh and is played especially during the Losar festival (New Year), which normally falls in the month of Febuary or March. The bows and arrows in archery are made of bamboo, and are of varying lengths and sizes. The arrows are a pointed metal cap. The target is circular in shape, 8 to 10 inches high and 3 inches in diameter. The targets; each measuring about 15 inches by 30 inches is kept at the end of the range, which are usually 100 metres in length.
There are three ways of conducting this contest : individual competition, team competition, and fast and slow shooting. During the break, the participants enjoy local beer and snacks.
