Dirang Dzong (Fort)
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Sumit Singh
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Mar 2021
This is one amazing place to visit. One local Monpa person by name sharchokpa showed me the Fort and village house construction in a way to dispel any enemy attacks. This is at least 500 years old styructure. Must visit.
Written June 2, 2021
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Debarati D
Navi Mumbai, India1,674 contributions
May 2013 • Family
Dirang is a picturesque valley in between Bomdi-la and Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh. It is located about 43 km from Bomdila on the way to Tawang. Apart from its breathtaking natural beauty, Dirang’s importance lies in the fact that this was the place where the incumbent Dalai Lama was officially received by an envoy of the Indian Government on his flight from Tibet in 1959.
A few kilometres before Dirang town is an area called the Dirang Basti which houses the Dirang Ddzong. Dzong means a fort with a distinctive type of architecture which is a hallmark of the Buddhist kingdoms of the Himalayas: Bhutan and Tibet. The architecture is massive in style with towering exterior walls surrounding a complex of courtyards, temples, administrative offices, and monks' accommodation. But none of this is evident in the Dirang Dzong which now lies in ruins. Nevertheless, even the ruins are sufficient to invoke a sense of awe among the visitors
The entry to Dirang Dzong is through stone staircase. The main Dzong building and most of the surrounding ones are dilapidated and appear to have been stripped down for repairs. Some of the stone houses around the Dzong are said to be about 500 years old. There is a small settlement within the premises.The view of the surrounding area from the Dzong is excellent.
An unexpected treat awaited us near the gate of the Dzong on our way down. We were happy to discover a lone leather prayer wheel torn on one side and clearly visible was the entire roll of paper with the traditional mantra ‘Om Mani Padme Hum’ written all over. It was an interesting artefact considering the fact that most of the traditional prayer wheels are made of wood and the more modern ones are made of metal.
Having visited some of the glorious well maintained Dzongs in Bhutan, I was a tad disappointed to see the dilapidated condition of the Dirang Dzong. The Dzongs in Bhutan are well preserved probably because they still serve as important seats of the administration and military apart from imparting monastic education. There are signs of repair works going on in Dirang Dzong. But not much headway seems to have been made. Stronger and more sustained efforts are required to preserve this glorious heritage.
A few kilometres before Dirang town is an area called the Dirang Basti which houses the Dirang Ddzong. Dzong means a fort with a distinctive type of architecture which is a hallmark of the Buddhist kingdoms of the Himalayas: Bhutan and Tibet. The architecture is massive in style with towering exterior walls surrounding a complex of courtyards, temples, administrative offices, and monks' accommodation. But none of this is evident in the Dirang Dzong which now lies in ruins. Nevertheless, even the ruins are sufficient to invoke a sense of awe among the visitors
The entry to Dirang Dzong is through stone staircase. The main Dzong building and most of the surrounding ones are dilapidated and appear to have been stripped down for repairs. Some of the stone houses around the Dzong are said to be about 500 years old. There is a small settlement within the premises.The view of the surrounding area from the Dzong is excellent.
An unexpected treat awaited us near the gate of the Dzong on our way down. We were happy to discover a lone leather prayer wheel torn on one side and clearly visible was the entire roll of paper with the traditional mantra ‘Om Mani Padme Hum’ written all over. It was an interesting artefact considering the fact that most of the traditional prayer wheels are made of wood and the more modern ones are made of metal.
Having visited some of the glorious well maintained Dzongs in Bhutan, I was a tad disappointed to see the dilapidated condition of the Dirang Dzong. The Dzongs in Bhutan are well preserved probably because they still serve as important seats of the administration and military apart from imparting monastic education. There are signs of repair works going on in Dirang Dzong. But not much headway seems to have been made. Stronger and more sustained efforts are required to preserve this glorious heritage.
Written July 30, 2013
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gitanjali m
Mumbai, India559 contributions
Feb 2015 • Couples
Don't expect any fort because the name suggests one. Dirang Dzong comes a little before the Dirang city center if you are coming from Bomdilla. Do visit it if you are crossing this place. Currently, it is has been occupied by Buddhist locals and you find items like dried Yak meat handing on wires and fermented soya granules being dried in the open. The place has its own rustic charm and transports you back in a bygone era. There ia small monastery at the entrance once you climb up the stairs from the main road as well as a huge structure is reportedly an old jail.
Written March 30, 2015
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Satyendra Garg
National Capital Territory of Delhi, India6,946 contributions
Oct 2014 • Solo
While we lived in Bomdila, 22 years ago, I had never heard of this fort, though we had visited and stayed in Dirang, more than half a dozen times in 1992-1993.
Having heard of this attraction recently on this forum, I decided to visit this fort this time. Dirang is 42 kilometers from Bomdila ,on way to Tawang. This fort is to reached from a road from Munna Camp, which comes 12 kilometers short of Dirang from Bomdila. From the main road, the drive to the fort is about 14 kilometer and on the way you can have fabulous view of the surrounding mountains, rivers and water falls.
A very poor sign board, which can barely be read, is the only guide for you about the monument. After reading it also you hardly know about the place, except knowing that it was built around 18th century. The entrance to the fort is good, having been made with solid stones and is well preserved. Inside, all structures were locked or had nothing to see. Many of the structures have been converted by inhabitants for their daily use. It was good to see the ground floor structure of that period and first floor being constructed by the current occupant.
On the way back, you can halt for some time to see a gompa and excellent view of a waterfall on the opposite mountains.
I was told that former Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh Dorjee Khandu, who was from Tawang, did a lot to develop this area and that is why this fort, unknown earlier, has come to public knowledge recently.
Having heard of this attraction recently on this forum, I decided to visit this fort this time. Dirang is 42 kilometers from Bomdila ,on way to Tawang. This fort is to reached from a road from Munna Camp, which comes 12 kilometers short of Dirang from Bomdila. From the main road, the drive to the fort is about 14 kilometer and on the way you can have fabulous view of the surrounding mountains, rivers and water falls.
A very poor sign board, which can barely be read, is the only guide for you about the monument. After reading it also you hardly know about the place, except knowing that it was built around 18th century. The entrance to the fort is good, having been made with solid stones and is well preserved. Inside, all structures were locked or had nothing to see. Many of the structures have been converted by inhabitants for their daily use. It was good to see the ground floor structure of that period and first floor being constructed by the current occupant.
On the way back, you can halt for some time to see a gompa and excellent view of a waterfall on the opposite mountains.
I was told that former Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh Dorjee Khandu, who was from Tawang, did a lot to develop this area and that is why this fort, unknown earlier, has come to public knowledge recently.
Written October 8, 2014
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Sachinnarayanan
Bangalore230 contributions
Jun 2017 • Friends
Located on a hill overlooking Dirang, this is a beautiful place. Early mornings are amazing and are a must see.
Written June 18, 2017
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Sushilkannan
New Delhi, India127 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
Dirang is a wonderful place rather transit place enroute Tawang or Bomdila as the case may be. Dirang Fort (Dzong) is a nice place to visit but the upkeep by the State Government is extremely bad. You have to drive to that place and sometimes you may wonder was all that hard drive worth it?
Written March 29, 2015
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VivekPilania
Mumbai, India398 contributions
Feb 2015 • Couples
Visit it if you arestaying overnight in Dirang. The fort lies right after D.basti and is worth visiting. The prison inside is now in shambles after the earth quake and the area around the prison is occupied by local Buddhist community. The fort complex still makes for an interesting visit. We came across dried Yak meat hung on strings in the complex. Also got the opportunity to taste local wine and butter tea that one of the locals was making inside their home.
Worth a Visit more to meet local people and experience the way they live!
Worth a Visit more to meet local people and experience the way they live!
Written February 28, 2015
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rrajkumar99
63 contributions
The hot water spring is in the edge of dirang city. The place is on the way of dirang to Tawang. But the spring is not maintained by local government. It is wonderful place for bathing.
Written February 13, 2015
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India 007
Lucknow, India53 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
Located on hills and from this dirang view is excellent.very well maintained one time visit. One of the attractions
Written March 21, 2018
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savio_pinto12
Mumbai, India364 contributions
Mar 2016 • Friends
Dirang Dzong, which is a tribal area, is on the shores of Dirang River. The architecture of the tribal colony is stunning. Some of the houses are over 500 years old. The houses were built to sustain the hostile weather in the region. The foundation of these houses is of stone and the walls and roof are built of wood. Dzong, as the fort is referred to comprises this settlement and it inspires you with its architecture, which is an influence of Buddhist kingdoms. Though the fort is now in ruins, the ruins are proof of architectural excellence of the olden days. Views from Dirang Dzong are spectacular.
Written June 28, 2016
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Hi there,
Can we get shared taxi from Guwahati to Dirang???
or its only Guwahati to Bomdila???
Kindly advise..
Written June 16, 2018
Bomdila is 30kms before Dirang, so if you can get a shared cab from Gawahati to Bomdila you should be able to get one to Dirang as well.
Written February 25, 2019
Any one travelling to Dirang on 24th June 2018 please?
Written June 12, 2018
It's good to plan however present rainy season Will lead to landslide.avoid going from bhalukpong.follow The alternative route.
Written June 14, 2018
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