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Golden Pagoda (Kongmu Kham)
The golden chedi of the Lohit plains.
- Style
- Theravada, Tai-Khampti
- From Namsai
- About 16km
The Golden Pagoda (Kongmu Kham) at Tengapani is the Khampti community’s great temple: a gilded chedi in the Tai style, monastery quarters, a teaching centre and calm grounds that host Sangken celebrations and kathina ceremonies.
Quick answers
Golden Pagoda (Kongmu Kham) at a glance
What is Kongmu Kham?
The Khampti name for the Golden Pagoda complex near Namsai, the region’s most important Theravada temple.
Practicals
Permits & season
ILP required for Indian nationals; PAP for most foreign nationals. Arranged ahead of travel; we handle it for booked travellers.
March to June and September to November are the clean windows; high passes close or turn risky in winter and peak monsoon.
When to go
Plan around these months
Nearby
Close enough to combine
Things to do
What you're here for
Evening lamps
The complex at candle-light on festival nights.
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Facts checked against the official Arunachal Pradesh tourism portal · Last verified 2026-09-26