Mago | |
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Village | |
  Mago Location in Arunachal Pradesh, India  Mago Mago (India) | |
| Coordinates: 27°41′16″N 92°12′29″E / 27.68778°N 92.20806°E | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Arunachal Pradesh |
| District | Tawang |
| Elevation | 3,585 m (11,762 ft) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | English |
| Time zone | UTC+05:30 (IST) |
| ISO 3166 code | IN-AR |
| Vehicle registration | AR |
Mago is a picturesque village situated on the banks of the Goshu Chu. It lies 85 km from Tawang and 59 km from Jang. A well-maintained road connects Jang to Mago, making the four-hour journey convenient. The nearest railway station is in Missamari, and the closest airport is in Guwahati.
Demography.
[edit]The inhabitants of Mago belong to the Monpa community, primarily engaged in yak herding. During the summer, these herders move further up into the mountains to graze their yaks in scenic pastures. The village is home to over 1,000 yaks. In June and July, the region also sees the growth of caterpillar fungus (Keeda Jadi), which is highly valued in traditional Chinese medicine as an aphrodisiac.
Important Attractions.
[edit]Mago boasts a hydropower plant and an Airtel mobile tower. The village's main attractions are its two perennial hot water springs. Accommodations including state government guest rooms and home stays, makes it an ideal destination for those looking to explore nature, and local traditions, and customs.
