Bhismaknagar: Political Centre of Chutiyas

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.

Ancient fort

It is a pilgrimage site for the Idu Mishmi Tribe who belong to one of the primitive tribal communities of Arunachal Pradesh.

Pilgrimage Site

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.

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

Roing

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

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. 

Architecture