About Golden Pagoda (Kongmu Kham)
The Golden Pagoda, also known as Kongmu Kham, is a Burmese-style Buddhist temple complex located at Tengapani near Namsai town in Namsai District, Arunachal Pradesh. Set within a landscaped 20-hectare complex, it features a gilded pagoda modeled on Myanmar architecture, surrounded by gardens, ponds and prayer halls. Developed as a centre for Theravada Buddhism and cultural heritage of the Tai Khamti community, it is a prominent pilgrimage and tourism landmark in eastern Arunachal Pradesh.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large, landscaped complex centered on a gilded Burmese-style pagoda with ornate spires, surrounded by manicured gardens, lotus ponds, prayer halls and meditation areas. The site offers paved walkways, open courtyards, smaller shrines and cultural structures reflecting Tai Khamti and Myanmar Buddhist architecture. Visitors can explore the main pagoda, walk through gardens, observe daily prayers, and experience a calm, well-maintained religious environment about 12 km from Namsai town.
Key highlights
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Gilded Burmese-style central pagoda (Kongmu Kham) as the main shrine
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20-hectare landscaped complex with gardens, ponds and walkways
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Centre for Theravada Buddhism and Tai Khamti cultural heritage
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Meditation halls, library and cultural exhibition areas within the complex