The Land of Dawnlit Mountains is well-known for its ancient scriptures and historical significance. Arunachal Pradesh is thought to have a long history with India, as evidenced by its mention in the Mahabharata and the Kalika Purana. In the Lohit District, Sage Parshurama washed away his sins, Maharshi Vyasa meditated, and Lord Krishna is said to have married Rukmini from there. In the 17th century, the sixth Dalai Lama was born in Tawang.
The state of Arunachal Pradesh is home to the world's most diverse ethnic tribal groups and subgroups. There are approximately twenty-six major tribes, each with its own language, dialects, culture, and traditional heritage. Adis, Apatanis, Daflas, Monpas, Mishmis, Wangchu, Noktey, Akas, Nishis, and Sherdukpens are some of the major tribes. These tribes value peace and revel in festivals and feasts.
Even though they were initially hunters, the majority of the tribes now work in agriculture. The cultivation of wetlands is a common occupation. Tea and fruit, such as kiwi and apple, are widely grown in this area. Some tribal groups work with bamboo and cane to weave and make a variety of products.
However unlike majority of Indian states, Arunachal Pradesh has a distinct culture and religion. Arunachal's people have their own religion. Their faith is primarily concerned with the natural environment. The remaining population is mainly Hindus, Tibetan Buddhists, and Theravada Buddhists, despite the fact that nearly 30% of the state's population is Christian. These Buddhist groups can be found in West Kameng, Twang, and other areas close to Tibet. Nature is their true god, they say. Their confidence in God's oneness is unrivalled and truly admirable.
Apart from tribal languages within each tribal group, the state's main languages are Hindi and Assamese. The population of Arunachal Pradesh is made up of various indigenous tribes who speak a variety of languages. Since there are more than 26 major tribes and more than 100 sub-tribes, Hindi is the default language of contact between them. English is gradually gaining popularity.
The traditional women's dresses of Arunachal Pradesh are brightly coloured and have a variety of patterns that immediately convey the tribe's culture. Monpa women accessorise with earrings, silver rings, bamboo-bits, red beads, and attractive turquoises, and they dress in a warm jacket and Shingka, a sleeveless gown with white stripes. It's made out of rough endi. Sleeveless and collarless garments are worn by Sherdukpen women. They cover it with an embroidered full-sleeved jacket and mushakis, which are waistcoats. The Sherdukpen tribe's men wear sleeveless silk garments with two pinned edges at the shoulder section. Clothing is usually knee-length.
On ceremonial occasions, Apatani priests may wear a special shawl. This shawl, with its unique nature, is said to possess special supernatural abilities. Adi and apatani women's lower wrap-around is known as galae, and it has coloured stripes. Colors are mostly yellow and red. The galuk is the name of the shirt they wear. Both men and women wear various styles of headgear. However, ngama-shom is the most popular. It's made of yak fur and is just an inch thick. It's shaped like a skull.
Arunachal Pradesh's culture is heavily influenced by dance and music. Religious dance dramas, martial arts, and other vibrant dance forms will capture your attention and heart. Aji Lamu, Chalo, Pasi Kongki, Hiirii Khaniing, and Peacock dance are some of the most common forms of dance. The dance forms of Arunachal are diverse, ranging from intricate Buddhist religious dance dramas to martial arts and colourful dance performances by the Noctes and Wanchos. Chorus songs accompany the majority of dance styles.
