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Arunachal Pradesh has a rich cultural and traditional heritage, lets understand that through a few festivals,

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This festival is celebrated by the Nyishi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. "Nyok" means land while "kum" means togetherness, ultimately meaning inviting all Gods and Goddesses of the universe for better productivity, prosperity and happiness of all human beings.

The Nyishi tribes believe prosperity and happiness of man can come when God and nature are pleased. Thus, these Gods can ward off the malevolent spirits potentially ruining one's life.

The men dress in a cotton eri robe draped from the shoulder and reaching the thighs. The women also dress in their finery of par ej, earrings bead necklaces, topped with a headdress made of fine bamboo. Dances and singing takes place before the head priest (Nyubh) enters. Guests are also warmly welcomed with rice paste powder and "opo" (millet seed beer which is scooped in dried gourd ladles).

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A festival celebrated by Buddhists in Arunachal Pradesh from 14 to 16th April, in the last days of the old year and the New Year begins on the day just after the end of the festival.

It marks the Tai New Year, people splash clean water as a symbol of peace and purity. Thus, Sangken has always unfolded the message of peace, harmony and unity. People get together and spread their values of their cultures and traditions.

Water is poured on all holy objects and even the monks to invoke their blessings for good health, luck, peace and protection of mankind from the evil throughout the year.

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Nature plays a significant role in inspiring the art of Arunachal Pradesh.

Handloom Textiles: Some patterns found among the tribes of Arunachal Pradesh such as Adi and Mishmi use geometric forms while others florals. Although, simple and straight lines are the most common.

Ornamenting: Ornaments and necklaces are made by fine strips of cane and grass by the hill tribes in Arunachal Pradesh.

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Rice: It is a staple food in Arunachal Pradesh, all other dishes are merely a side dish. They cook their rice in hollow bamboo over hot coal to give it a special flavour.

Bamboo Shoot: It is used in dishes of boiled vegetables, cooked meat, pickles and chutneys because of its delicate flavour.

Pika Pila: A type of pickle made by the Apatani tribe. It is made by bamboo shoot and pork fat with a little of King chilli.

Lukter: A combination of cooked dry meat and chilli flakes. It is eaten as a side dish with rice.

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Tawang Monastery: A Buddhist Monastery in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh. Described as a "Spiritual Haven", it is the biggest Buddhist monastery in India. The monastery's sacred walls also have intricate murals depicting Buddhists deities and tales of enlightenment.

As it stands 10,000 feet above sea level, it has breathtaking views along with a tranquil ambience.

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Present in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, it showcases an enigmatic structure steeped in legends. It is built with astonishing and intricate techniques of interlocking bricks.

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Present in Lohit, Arunachal Pradesh, it is nestled between the Eastern Himalayas and presents a spiritual vacation like no other. It is believed that bathing in these sacred waters, it cleanses one's sins and grants spiritual rebirth. A vibrant celebration of faith also takes place in the Parshuram Kund Mela which takes place annually in January.

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As Arunachal Pradesh is a tribal state, it showcases immense diversity in its cultural attire.

Traditional Attire: The Adi tribe, which resides in the sub-tropical regions of Upper Siang, East and West Siang, Dibang Valley and Upper Subansiri, wear jackets and woollen clothes to keep themselves warm. The clothes of both men and women are made of deerskin, bearskin and cane skin.

The Monpa tribe, residing in the districts of Tawang, are very popular for their "skull caps". Their skull caps are made out of laces and fringes. People wear a sleeves chemise tied at the waist paired with a long jacket.

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The ornaments use glass beads, bird feathers and wings of beetles.

Men are usually equipped with a helmet-like cap which is waterproof decorated with bird's feathers, boar teeth or even beaks dyed red. Along with that, they also wear bracelets or waistbands decorated with coins. Ivory and Animal bones are used to create pendants and necklaces.

For women, they wear brass bangles, cane anklets and even have a disk of brass which represents the wheel of life (in Adi tribe) and wear it till the birth of their first child. Shell necklaces also have a cultural importance, they are passed down from mother to daughter and are regarded sacred.

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Dances: They are ritual in nature but also used in a celebration. Group dances are mostly practiced, restricted to men.

Such as, the Idu Mishmi ritual dance, which is a fertility dance performed on the last day of the Rren ceremony. It is performed by the priest or the priestess.

Ponung is also a folk dance practiced in Arunachal Pradesh. In this, women of Adi tribe perform a dance seeking a good harvest and welfare of the village.

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The folk songs usually relate to their folk history, mythology and known past.

Ja-Jin-Ja: This song is sung by both men and women, either in a chorus or individually on occasions of feast, marriages or other social meets. Once the song begins, everyone who is present starts singing, bringing a sense of unity and togetherness.

Baryi: This song narrates the Pailibos' history, religious lore and mythology. It is also performed in festivals or important social gatherings.