Arunachal Festivals

Rising from the tropically lush valleys of the Brahmaputra River, the serried ridges and peaks of the eastren himalayas of Arunachal Pradesh stand vigilant over one of the most compelling holiday destinations in india. The remotest outpost of the North Eastern states, Arunachal's mysterious, unspoiled loveliness entices the adventurer with its verdant valleys, misty mountain peaks, swift rivers and the finest sanctuary for some of india's most endangered flora and fauna. It's virgin isolation, due to restricted entry regulations, has been a blessing in disguise as Arunachal still retains intact its centuries old pristine vistas, diverse tribal heritage and exotic geographical features.

Strung out along the misty hill tops and deep valleys, its picturesque townships and villages are the first in the land to be kissed by the rays of the morning sun giving Arunachal its unique position as literally " the land of the rising sun."

Living in isolated splendour this exciting, new holiday destination shares its remote borderlines with Myanmar, Bhutan and China (Tibet). Plunging down from rugged peaks are emerald valleys fed by the intricate cobweb of rivers and streams that criss-cross this vast land. The mighty Siang River fed by thousands of rivers and streams en route through Arunachal is the mighty Brahmaputra River of Assam. Other primary rivers are the Kameng, Subansiri, whose turbulent waters and lush regions, with their remote tribal villages, offer tourists limitless opportunities for white river rafting, angling, climbing, trekking and tribal tours.

FESTIVALS OF ARUNACHAL

Losar Festival :-

The Losar Festival is the beginning of the New Year according to the Monpa calender. This 15 days festival falls in january / February. its highlights are the colourful Aji Lhamu Dance, Lion and peacock dance and the yak dance.

Torgya Festival :-

The Torgya Festival is a 3-day affair. This important festival signifies the destruction of evil spirit and harmful forces and seeks the rule of prosperity and happiness amongst the people .

Saka Dawa :- Celebrated in the 4th month of the lunar calendar, the Saka Dawa festival marks Gautam Buddha's achievement of Nirvana.

Dukpa Tse-Shi :-

The Dukpa Tse-Shi festival celebrates the preaching of the four nobel truths at sarnath by Buddha. It falls in the 6th month of the Lunar calendar.

Lhabab Duechen :-

In the 9th month of Monpa, the Lhabab Duechen Festival signifies the reincarnation of Buddha as Shakyamuni.

Ganden Ngamchoe :-

Ganden Ngamchoe commemorates the death of Tsongkha-pa, the founder of Gelugpa sect.

Nyukom Yullow :-

Nyukom festivals of the Nyishis is celebrated on 26th february every year to propitiate the Gods for a good harvest.

Mopin :-

Mopin is an agricultural festival of the Galos celebrated on 5th April. Mopin is synonymous with wealth and prosperity.

Solung :-

Solung is the colourful festival of the Adi-Minyong group . The festivities last for seven days and the villagers prepare ricebeer and store plenty of meat and vegetables for the joyous occasion.

Reh :-

Reh is celebrated by the Idu Mishmis on 1st February. Mithun ,buffaloes, pigs and fowls are sacrificed in the name of different Gods and Deities.

Oriah :-

Oriah is an agricultural festival of the Wanchoos, celebrated on 16th february. Festivities last for four to six days and are marked with songs and dances.

Dree :-

Dree is the main festival of the Apatanis. It is celebrated on the 5th july after the planting of paddy.

Moh-mol :-

Buddha Mahotsava

Brahmaputra Darshan

Festival of Arunachal

Best Time to visit:-

October to may is Best time to visit Arunachal