Palin is a small hill station town located in the Kurung Kumey district of Arunachal Pradesh. It is inhabited by Nyishi tribe of Arunachal Pradesh. Located at latitude of 28.15285 and a longitude 94.12288, it has a population of 5816 according to 2001 census.Palin is located at 27.70389°N 93.69101°E.
Places of interest
Holy Rosay Catholic Church is one of largest Catholic churches in the state. It is located at the hilltop in the town.
Palin river one of the tributaries of River Subansiri flows through this town.The river is ideal for river rafting,fishing and for picnics.
From here tourist places like Ziro, Parshuram Kund(in Lohit), Malinithan (in Siang), Bhishmak Nagar (in Dibang Valley) are also easily accessible by roads.
Culture
Palin and its adjoining areas are mainly populated by people of the Nyishi tribe.
Holy Rosary Church: Consecrated by the Bishop of Itanagar, this Christian catholic church reflects the extensive Christian influence.
Festivals
Nyokum, an agricultural festival of the Nyishis, is the main festival celebrated in the town. Beside Nyokum, people also celebrate Christmas, Diwali and Dusherra.It has an average elevation of 1080 metres (3540 feet).
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