Ganga Lake : My Arunachal Pradesh Diary

Ganga Lake, also known as Geykar Sinyi, is a beautiful natural lake 6 kilometers from Itanagar. The name Ganga Lake could be due to the popular Ganga Market nearby.

Boating at Ganga Lake offers a chance to appreciate the natural beauty of the surroundings, observe the diverse flora and fauna, and soak in the peaceful ambiance. It provides an opportunity to connect with nature and spend quality time with loved ones. I could see Suni and Suyog enjoying the moment, but I had to stop Suyog several times not to play with water. His play reminded me of my childhood boating experience at Mirik with my mother.

The lake is one of the popular tourist attractions in Itanagar. It is known for its picturesque views and tranquil atmosphere. The lake is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking peace and serenity. The lake is an enclosed water body locally called Geyker Sinyik in the Nyishi dialect, and the nearby vegetation makes it green.

There are two types of boat rentals available. A two-seater boat can be rented for half an hour for INR 150. A four-seater ship, which can accommodate more people, is available for rent for the same duration for INR 250, and we settled for it.

These boat rides offer visitors the opportunity to explore the serene beauty of Ganga Lake while enjoying a peaceful time on the water. A little later, our Sonam Sir's family joined us at the boating, and we clicked each other at the Lake.

The lake has an interesting story behind its creation. It was first discovered by a person named . According to the legend, Tai Bida searched for his lost , a type of domesticated cattle that is now the state animal of . While searching for his mithuns, Tai Bida stumbled upon this serene lake surrounded by lush greenery and lofty mountains.

Ganga Lake is believed to be blessed by the . However, some stories suggest the lake was named after the nearby Ganga Market. Boating at this serene lake offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, allowing visitors to appreciate the natural beauty of the surroundings and connect with nature.

The lake is a popular tourist attraction and a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking peace and tranquillity. While exploring the lush greenery and lofty mountains surrounding the lake, visitors might wonder about the story behind the lake's name and the actual reason behind its creation.

JANHA BAGCHA TEESTA RANGIT

This was a national song of Sikkim sung in the Nepali language during the monarchy system. During the merger with India, the song got banned and later re-released. Two words on the 8th para, which earlier said 'Rajah rah Rani,' were replaced with "Janmah bhumi." This song was dedicated to the King and Queen of Sikkim. The song lyrics were penned by Sanu Lama, and the music was composed by Dushyant Lama. The song was first sung on the birth anniversary of Chogyal Palden Thondup Namgyal on April 4, 1970, at Gangtok by Aruna Lama, Dawa Lama, and Manikamal Chettri. JANHA BAGCHA TEESTA RANGIT, JAHAN KANCHENDZONGA SEER YEHI HO HAMRO DHANA KO DESH, TAPAWAN HO PYARO SIKKIM INTERLUDE PHULCHAN YEHA AANGANAI MAA, CHAAP , GURAS, SUNAKHARI SWARGASARI SUNDAR DESH KO HAMRO PYARO PYARO JANMAHBHUMI JANHA BAGCHA…… BATASHLE BOKCHAA YAHA, TATHAGAT KO AAMAR WAANI ...

Pandam Garhi and its surmise

--> RUINS OF PANDAM GARHI BY SHITAL PRADHAN The stories of the legendary ruined walls at Pandam, a 16 km uphill climb from Rangpo, as I had heard from old folks a few seasons back, had ever since excited me to visit this place. Never in the pages of a history book do we come across its talk about when it was built or how it was constructed at the top of the hill? Over the years, many theories have evolved regarding its origin. Some theorists associate the fort with some Lepcha legends, while few disagree with it and have their own adage. They make us believe one of the Chogyals constructed it to stop the approaching Bhutanese army from entering Sikkim. The last theory to add up, already baffling and controversial, says it was one of the Gurkha Generals from Nepal who constructed the fort along with the Kalika Mandir, also called Nishani Mandir, just below it. With each theory making questions over my mind, I decided to have my second trek to the Pandam Garhi. I had ...

Snake like fish caught in Singtam River

The Indian mottled eel, locally known as Raj Bam, was recovered from the Singtam River at Golitar this early morning. The snake-like fish weighed around 7 kg and was four feet long. The local people said that they had never seen this species for so long. Such mysterious-looking marine fish are also sighted from time to time on the river banks, local people added.

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