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Malinithan
Malinithan is a temple site
in ruins. It is situated at the foot of the Siang hills under the
Likabali Sub-Division of West Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh.
It is only 1 Km east of Likabali, the nearest administrative centre.
Relics of stone images of Malinithan came to be noted from the early
twenties of the present century. In course of series of excavation
from 1968 and ending 1971, ruins of temples and valuable scriptures
were unearthed at this site. The fame of Malinithan as a holy place
of worship dra ws a large number of visitors
and piligrims.
The site excavated has beautifully designed and
decorated basement of a temple, divine images, icons of deities,
animal motifs and floral designs, carved columns and panels. These
rich granite sculptures belong to 14 -15 century , the more important
being Indra on Airavat, Surya on Chariot and huge Nandi bull. The
temple dedicated to Goddess Durga at Malinithan is built on the
classical tradition of Orissa. .
According to the local legend associated with the
place, Lord Krishna carried away Rukmini the daughter of King Bhismaka
on the eve of her marriage with Shishupal. Krishna and Rukmini were
welcomed here by Parvati with garlands. Parvati thus acquired the
name Malini and the place Malinithan.
place of great sanctity, it is situated in the
lower region of the Slang District.This excavation presents a view
of a clear picture of temple or a number of temples which Malinithan
was once adorned with. The place is also aated with the Krishna
legends. Akashi Ganga waterfalls, 5 km away from Malinithan where
people take a bath to wash away sins.
Where to Stay:
Circuit House cum IB, Mahnibhawan. Reservation Authority The Sub-Divisional
Officer, Likabab. (The place of great sanctity Miao Pasighat Ideal
for River Rafting, Boating and Angling on river Siang Trekking and
Hiking.)
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| Best Season to visit |
October to April |
| Languages Spoken |
Adi, Hindi, Assemese and English |
| How to reach there |
By bus or car from Silapathar |
| Entry & Exit
Points |
Silapathar |
| Nearest Railway Station |
Silapathar by Arunachal
Express from new Bangaigaon.> |
| Nearest Airport |
Lilabari (By Vayudoot) |
| What to see |
Ruins of a big temple
belonging to 14th - 15th century have been excavated here. The
ruins include sculptures of Indra and Airavata, Surya, Nandi
Bull, Akashi-Ganga water falls, 5 Km away from Malinithan where
people take a both to wash away sins. |
| Ideal for |
Trekking and Hiking |
| Clothing |
Woolens in winter and
cottons in summer. |
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info on Malinithan city of Arunachal Pradesh - India
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