Nov6,2023
Bhismaknagar is a sacred and the archaeological heritage place of Arunachal Pradesh. It is a small town near Roing in Lower Dibang Valley District.
It is a pilgrimage site for the Idu Mishmi Tribe who belong to one of the primitive tribal communities of Arunachal Pradesh.
It is alleged that Bhismaknagar was under the hold of the Chutiya Kingdom. Bhismaknagar has been identified with Sadhayapuri, which was the political centre of the Chutiya Kingdom.
Bhismaknagar Fort situated about 30 km far from Roing, was built during the 8th century BC. This fort is located in the Dibang Valley District
The structure of this fort covers an area of around 1860.52 sq meters, and houses three halls, six entrances and two extension rooms. The decoration, made by the burnt bricks, gives this fort an impressive and remarkable top view
The architecture of the fort displays the primeval culture. During the excavation of some portion of the fort, the pieces of work of art like potteries, terracotta figurines, terracotta plaques and decorative tiles have been preserved.