Arunachal Pradesh, a state located in the northeastern part of India, is home to a rich and diverse collection of temples that showcase the region’s unique blend of culture and traditions. The temples in Arunachal Pradesh are not only important religious centers but also significant tourist attractions that offer visitors a glimpse into the state’s rich cultural heritage.
One of the most famous temples is the Tawang Monastery, located in the town of Tawang. The monastery is one of the largest in India and is a major center of Mahayana Buddhism. The monastery’s stunning architecture and beautiful surroundings make it a popular tourist destination.
Another notable temple in Arunachal Pradesh is the Parshuram Kund, a sacred site located in the Lohit district. The site is considered to be the place where the sage Parshuram washed away his sins and is believed to have great spiritual significance.
The Golden Pagoda, also known as the Burmese Pagoda, is another significant temple in Arunachal Pradesh. The temple is located in the Namsai district and is a major center of Buddhist learning. The temple’s golden spire and intricate architecture are a sight to behold.
Other famous temples in Arunachal Pradesh include the Malinithan Temple, located in the West Siang district, and the Kamakhya Temple, located in the Kamrup district.
In conclusion, Arunachal Pradesh’s temples offer visitors a unique and fascinating insight into the region’s rich cultural heritage and traditions. These temples are not only important religious centers but also significant tourist attractions that are sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors.
This is located at VIP colony, a very beautiful place, well maintained although small any visitor can get a glimpse of Theravada Buddhist life at Itanagar Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: By Air Lilabari Airport, North Lakhimpur By Train Naharlagun Railway Station By Road Itanagar Address Cona, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh […]
It is situated at a distance of 5 km from the Pasighat market near the Raneghat Bridge Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How to Reach: By Air Pasighat Airport. It has flights to Guwahati on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday By Train Nearest Railway Station is Murkongselek Railway Station. The Murkongselek Railway Station is
Rigyaling Gompa is situated at a distance of 1-km from Tawang township. The former Rigya Rinpoche constructed the gompa. After his death, Changsey, the secretary took charge of the gompa. The re-incarnated Rigya Rinpoche, Rev. Tenzin Tsethar is presently in South-India, completing his education. This gompa is surrounded by a thick covering of trees planted
This Gompa is situated at a distance of around 28-km west from the Tawang headquarters towards the Geshila road. It houses around 30 anis and the new Singsur Anie Gompa was built by the previous Rev Gonpatse Rinpoche in 1960. The old Singsur Ani Gompa is also in existence and is situated in the midst
Tawang district has a long tradition of nunneries called “AniGompas”, which are the abode of nuns. Unlike the monks (Lamas), the girls become nuns and join the nunnery on their own and there is no social pressure or tradition making the practice compulsory. Brama Dung Chung Ani Gompa (nunnery) is the oldest Ani gompa (nunnery)
Dedicated to Goddess Durga, the temple located 12-km from Malinithan in West Siang district is a popular pilgrim spot for devotees across India. Sporting a classical Odisha-style of architecture, this place gets number of gifts from devotees to their Goddess for fulfillingtheir wishes. Prayers are recited at the sanctum pleading for happiness to the families.
A Hindu pilgrimage centre Parasuram Kund is situated on the Brahmaputra plateau in the lower reaches of the Lohit River and 21 km north of Tezu in Lohit district of Arunachal. Dedicated to sage warrior Parasuram, the temple attracts pilgrims from Nepal, from across India and nearby states of Manipur and Assam. Over 70,000 devotees
This Gompa is situated at the heart of the Tawang township. It is believed that in the olden days the place where the present gompa stands was popularly known as “Massamg Key-ling Boothmey” which means a place where a strongman of a society used to play melodious sounds with the flutes. With the passage of
Taktsang (Tak-Tsang) Gompa or T-Gompa, 50 km from Tawang, is oneof the holiest Buddhist shrines of Arunachal. Standing amidst high mountains, its sanctity is credited to Padmasambhava, the maverick missionary who brought Buddhism to Tibet. Popular legends speak of him as a miracle-maker. When Buddhism swept over Tibet, Padmasambhava was deified as an incarnation of
The largest Chorten (stupa) of the area is the one at Gorsam near Zemithang, which is about 100-km away in the north of Tawang. Lama Pradhar, a Monpa monk, constructed it most probably in the early part of eighteenth century. The hemispherical dome rests upon a three-terraced plinth. Four miniature stupas are set on the
