View of Bhismaknagar
If you are on your road trip to Roing or Tezu( Arunachal Pradesh Northeast) India, then you should visit Bhismaknagar it is around 30km from Roing and 36km from Tezu. Bhismaknagar is Famous for its fort build in the 8th century, Bhismaknagar is a sacred heritage place of the ‘Idu Mishmis‘. It is a symbol of past glory and indicates the high standard of civilization that once prevailed around Bhismaknagar.
Traditional House
Exploring Bhismaknagar, you can visit Local People's homes to know more about the place, get a chance to understand the local Culture and Traditional lifestyle of the Idu Misihmis Tribe. if you love trekking, hiking, walking, the place will offer you many roots to explore nature, the root will take you to some historical Gates and waterfalls some local farm of Orange, Ginger. Night stay is best with the local people. enjoy the bonfire, try the local Cuisine , drink famous Rice beer. stay in camp with local guide recommendation. Explore the place with local guide visit local house some houses are long one like a bus, rectangular size raised above two feet from the ground and supported on wooden posts usually accommodate a joint family. Bamboo, cane, wood, and leaves of toku and straws are used for construction. Interact with the village head and Respectful elders with some historical story that they have experience or hear from their Grandparents. Explore the farms understand the livelihood of local people. Bhismaknagar is for nature lover, birdwatcher, hiker, and those who are interested in Ancient Monument & Archaeological Sites.
Bhismaknagar Fort
Ancient pot found in Bhismaknagar Fort
Pot with hole
The fort was excavated during 1969-1973 which yielded terracotta plaques, decorative tiles, potteries, terracotta figurines. Popular legends and traditions identify the ruins of the fort as the site of the capital of Raja Bhismaka, father of Rumini (wife of Lord Krishna). The complex houses the ruins of a brick-built structure of 1860.52 sq. m plinth area, having three halls, two extension rooms, and six entrances in all. It has two impressive gates – Eastern Gate and Western Gate. Almost the entire area of the fortress is protected with a rampart wall made of bricks, stone, and mud. The Northern side of the fort is protected by the natural boundary of hills. Some Ancient pot made up of mud with different designs has found here.
Local Culture
Major Tribe in Bhismaknagar is Idu Mishmi. People of sober nature still maintain deep-rooted aesthetic values in their day-to-day life with great pride and honor. All-pervading goddess Nani-Intaya is the sole creator of the universe for the Idus. The major festivals of the Idus are ‘Reh’ and ‘Ke-meh-ha’. Reh festival is held during the month of February. It is an occasion for people to worship God. relax, enjoy, dance, eat and drink. The Idus are expert craftsmen. The Idu women, in particular, are very good weavers. Their great aesthetic sense is well reflected in the exquisite designs created on the clothes produced on handlooms. The Idu men are well apt in making beautiful basketry items of bamboo and cane.
Local Cuisine
Rice & Pork
Rice Beer
Cook in Bamboo
Reh Festival at Bhismnagar
Traditional prayer Dance
How to Reach:
Bhismaknagar is on the way from Roing to Tezu, From Roing is 30km and from Tezu it's 36km. you have to hire a taxi to reach here. road conditions are very good.Accommodation:
There is a Tourist lodge in Bhismaknagar where you can stay. If you wanted to experience the local Culture and Traditions of local people, a few homestays are upcoming there, also provide camping site for camping.
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