India�s diverse topography has endowed several fishing sites that are spread across the Himalayan rivers and streams and also the coastal stretches of the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. The valley of Kashmir is aptly referred to as the fisherman's paradise, since it features spring fed rivers and high lakes such Tso Moriri thus offering plenty of fishing and angling opportunities. Angling and fishing in India has gained huge popularity since it offers lot of challenge and is quite exciting as well. You can make your way to any part of India you like offering wonderful fishing spots. Himalayan Valleys, Uttaranchal, Jammu & Kashmir, Arunachal Pradesh, West Bengal and Assam are some of the major spots for angling in India.

Himachal Pradesh located in the northern region of India is an outstanding destination for angling and fishing in India. There is Pabbar valley region which is located upstream of Rohru and features many marvelous spots for fishing. Several other well-known sites are Chirgaon, Seema, Mandil, Sandasu, Tikri and Dhamvari. Besides, the Beas River and its side streams like the Sarvari, Parbati, Sainj, Hurla and Tirthan are ideal for angling.

On your angling tours in India, you should not miss out the northeastern states such as Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Angling is one of the most sought-after sports of Assam and you can try out the various angling options that the state offers. Some of the places that you can go for angling are Bhoroli River, Kapili, Manas and Bhalukpung.

The state of Arunachal Pradesh also offers ample scope for exciting fishing in places like Yingkiong, Bodak and Siom.

There are various types of Mahseer such as Golden, Silver, the Silver Grey and the Black that are found in most of the Himalayan rivers. The Garhwal Himalayas in the state of Uttaranchal are ideal for trout fishing. The clean and swift streams originating from the Himalayas are ideal breeding grounds for a variety of fish. Karnataka also offers some of the best sites for angling and fishing in India. Beemeshwari, Doddamakati and Galibore make a great destination for anglers, as the river Cauvery serves as the natural breeding ground for the world famous fish, Mahseer.

The various fishing equipments you require will be barbed metal hook at the end of nylon or Dacron line, and a wood, fiberglass, or metal rod, or pole. You will need heavier rods and reels of the bait-casting type for the purpose of salt water fishing.

The tourism departments of the various states offer the fishing camps that are becoming increasingly popular among the nature lovers nowadays. You will find the holiday camp in Bheemeshwari, Doddamakati satellite camp in Galibore and Cauvery fishing lodge near Mysore. The ardent anglers can opt from other base camps that are organized at the Tourist Bungalow of the Government of Assam at the hilly township of Bhalukpong or at the tourist lodge located in Tezpur town.

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