Tawang is one of the most beautiful places in Arunachal Pradesh. It is located at a height of 10,000 ft above sea level.
This beautiful place is home to the Monpa tribe and houses one of the oldest and largest Buddhist monasteries in India - Tawang Monastery
In 1962, Tawang was conquered by the Chinese troops, who destroyed some portions of the monastery. For six months, the entire district was under the control of Chinese nationalist troops. However, after a retreat, it went under the control of India.
Tawang shares its border with Tibet in the north and with Bhutan in the south-west.
Owing to beautiful mountains and monasteries along with 100 lakes, today Tawang is one of the most sought out tourist destinations in Arunachal Pradesh.
You need a permit/pass to enter Tawang. The pass can be bought from Kolkata, New Delhi, Guwahati or Tezpur.
The Sela pass connects Tawang to Guwahati.
Shopping:
Tawang has a good range of tourist souvenir shops which sell Buddhist prayer wheels in colourful wood, chadars (wrap skirts worn by local women), beautiful bags, shawls, brassware and more.
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Tawang Monastery
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Tawang Monastery is one of the oldest and largest Buddhist monasteries in India. It is the second oldest monastery in the world after Lhasa. This 400 years old monastery is home to more than 700 monks. 'Ta' means Horse and 'Wang' means Chosen. It is believed that the site on which the monastery has been constructed was chosen by the horse, which was owned by Merag Lama Lodre Gyamtso. According a legend, Merag Lama was unable to decide a location to establish the monastery. In order to seek divine guidance for choosing the construction site for the monastery, he was praying inside a cave. When he came out after finishing prayers, he found that his horse was missing. On searching, he saw that horse was standing on a hilltop. On seeing his horse on the hilltop, he considered this as a sign of divine blessing and finalised that location for construction of the monastery. Tawang Monastery is also popularly known as Galden Namgey Lhatse, which means celestial paradise.
Tawang Monastery is one of the oldest and largest Buddhist monasteries in India. It is the second oldest monastery in the world after Lhasa. This 400 years old monastery is home to more than 700 monks. 'Ta' means Horse and 'Wang' means Chosen. It is believed that the site on which the monastery has been constructed was chosen by the horse, which was owned by Merag Lama Lodre Gyamtso. According a legend, Merag Lama was unable to decide a location to establish the monastery. In order to seek divine guidance for choosing the construction site for the monastery, he was praying inside a cave. When he came out after finishing prayers, he found that his horse was missing. On searching, he saw that horse was standing on a hilltop. On seeing his horse on the hilltop, he considered this as a sign of divine blessing and finalised that location for construction of the monastery. Tawang Monastery is also popularly known as Galden Namgey Lhatse, which means celestial paradise.
P.T Tso Lake
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Located almost 25km from Tawang town, this immensely picturesque locale is a perfect tourist site. It is one of the most beautiful lake in Arunchal Pradesh. It is located at an altitude of 12,000 feet in the Eastern Himalayas. The lake freezes during winter and provides an ideal spot for skiing. The serene atmosphere and mesmerizing surroundings makes it a perfect place to visit.
Located almost 25km from Tawang town, this immensely picturesque locale is a perfect tourist site. It is one of the most beautiful lake in Arunchal Pradesh. It is located at an altitude of 12,000 feet in the Eastern Himalayas. The lake freezes during winter and provides an ideal spot for skiing. The serene atmosphere and mesmerizing surroundings makes it a perfect place to visit.
Tawang War Memorial
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The War Memorial is dedicated to all the martyrs of the Sino-India War of 1962. This 40 feet colorful structure overlooks the scenic Tawang-Chu valley.
The War Memorial is dedicated to all the martyrs of the Sino-India War of 1962. This 40 feet colorful structure overlooks the scenic Tawang-Chu valley.
Jaswant Garh
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Located 21km from Sela Pass, towards Tawang this site is dedicated to the warrior, Jaswant Singh who was killed during the Indo-China War in 1962. He fought the Chinese army alone in 1962 and kept them at bay for 72 hours. This place is open to all to pay tribute to this brave martyr.
Located 21km from Sela Pass, towards Tawang this site is dedicated to the warrior, Jaswant Singh who was killed during the Indo-China War in 1962. He fought the Chinese army alone in 1962 and kept them at bay for 72 hours. This place is open to all to pay tribute to this brave martyr.
Sela Pass & Lake
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Sela Pass is a lifeline for the people of Arunachal Pradesh as it is the only way that connects Tawang district of the state to the rest of the country. Besides its geographical importance Sela Pass is breathtaking place always covered in snow providing some beautiful views of the eastern Himalayan range. The rocky pass is also home to one of Arunachal's most beautiful lakes - the Sela Lake. It is situated at an altitude of 4170 meters. Sela pass lies on your way to Tawang city which is some 80 km from the pass and is a great place to stop and relax admiring the awesomeness of the surroundings. In winters, the temperature can dip down to -10 degree Celsius at this area.
Sela Pass is a lifeline for the people of Arunachal Pradesh as it is the only way that connects Tawang district of the state to the rest of the country. Besides its geographical importance Sela Pass is breathtaking place always covered in snow providing some beautiful views of the eastern Himalayan range. The rocky pass is also home to one of Arunachal's most beautiful lakes - the Sela Lake. It is situated at an altitude of 4170 meters. Sela pass lies on your way to Tawang city which is some 80 km from the pass and is a great place to stop and relax admiring the awesomeness of the surroundings. In winters, the temperature can dip down to -10 degree Celsius at this area.
Shungatser Lake / Madhuri Lake
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Arunachal Pradesh is home to many beautiful lakes but none as beautiful and remote as the Shungatser Lake. It is one of the remotest lakes of the country. Its located in a breathtaking combination of rocky mountains and spelendid surrounding, with many upright tree trunks standing in its belly as if they are guarding the lake. This lake is located 30 km north-east of Tawang, at an altitude of 12000 ft above sea level. The lake got its popularity due to its appearance in the Bollywood movie Koyla. It is now commonly known as Madhuri Lake (after the lead actress in the movie).
Arunachal Pradesh is home to many beautiful lakes but none as beautiful and remote as the Shungatser Lake. It is one of the remotest lakes of the country. Its located in a breathtaking combination of rocky mountains and spelendid surrounding, with many upright tree trunks standing in its belly as if they are guarding the lake. This lake is located 30 km north-east of Tawang, at an altitude of 12000 ft above sea level. The lake got its popularity due to its appearance in the Bollywood movie Koyla. It is now commonly known as Madhuri Lake (after the lead actress in the movie).
Nuranang Waterfalls
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Nuranang Waterfalls is at a distance of 25 kms from Tawang. A largely unknown and virgin place, deep in the forest of Tawang, is the place where this pristine and beautiful waterfalls is present. It is considered one of the most spectacular waterfalls. The water descends from the height of about 100 meters. The part of the Nuranang River which originates at Sela Pass. Nuranang Falls are largely unknown to the popular tourist trail and making it quiet an offbeat spot. It is around 2 kms away from the town of Jang on the road connecting Tawang and Bomdila, so it is also known as the Jang Falls. At the falls you can visit the Hydel plant which generates electricity for the nearby areas from the force of the waterfalls. Nuranang Fall is a great stopover place for you to get a glimpse of the beauty that Arunachal Pradesh holds within itself.
Nuranang Waterfalls is at a distance of 25 kms from Tawang. A largely unknown and virgin place, deep in the forest of Tawang, is the place where this pristine and beautiful waterfalls is present. It is considered one of the most spectacular waterfalls. The water descends from the height of about 100 meters. The part of the Nuranang River which originates at Sela Pass. Nuranang Falls are largely unknown to the popular tourist trail and making it quiet an offbeat spot. It is around 2 kms away from the town of Jang on the road connecting Tawang and Bomdila, so it is also known as the Jang Falls. At the falls you can visit the Hydel plant which generates electricity for the nearby areas from the force of the waterfalls. Nuranang Fall is a great stopover place for you to get a glimpse of the beauty that Arunachal Pradesh holds within itself.
Zemithang
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Zemithang is at a distance of 85 kms from Tawang towards the Bhutan and China border. The road to reach Zemithang is in bad condition, but the natural beauties of the place would keep you spell bounded. Zemithang is a ideal place for a full day trip from Tawang. The Gorsam Chorten / stupa at Zemithang is one of the main attraction of the place. The stupa is almost 100 feet tall, and reportedly, it took more than a decade to be built. The folklore is that Lama Sangye Pradhar built this huge stupa to ward off evil spirits from the region. Zemithang is not a typical tourist destination; but this remote quite location is worth a visit, which consits of numerous streams, waterfalls, beautiful views of Nyamjanchu rivers, traditional Monpa people. The Chinese had entered into India during the Indo-China war of 1962 through this small town.
Zemithang is at a distance of 85 kms from Tawang towards the Bhutan and China border. The road to reach Zemithang is in bad condition, but the natural beauties of the place would keep you spell bounded. Zemithang is a ideal place for a full day trip from Tawang. The Gorsam Chorten / stupa at Zemithang is one of the main attraction of the place. The stupa is almost 100 feet tall, and reportedly, it took more than a decade to be built. The folklore is that Lama Sangye Pradhar built this huge stupa to ward off evil spirits from the region. Zemithang is not a typical tourist destination; but this remote quite location is worth a visit, which consits of numerous streams, waterfalls, beautiful views of Nyamjanchu rivers, traditional Monpa people. The Chinese had entered into India during the Indo-China war of 1962 through this small town.
Dirang
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Dirang is at a distance of 85 kms from Tawang. It lies in between Tawang and Bomdila. This small hill station is home to snow-capped mountains, gushing streams and lush greenery. Dirang is at a distance of 43 kms from Bomdila; and is often used as a spotover at nights by tourists descending from Tawang. You can see lots of Kiwi plantations here. You can visit Sangti Valley, Kalachakra Gompa, Dirang Dzong and other places from Dirang. Click here for complete list of Places to See in Dirang
Dirang is at a distance of 85 kms from Tawang. It lies in between Tawang and Bomdila. This small hill station is home to snow-capped mountains, gushing streams and lush greenery. Dirang is at a distance of 43 kms from Bomdila; and is often used as a spotover at nights by tourists descending from Tawang. You can see lots of Kiwi plantations here. You can visit Sangti Valley, Kalachakra Gompa, Dirang Dzong and other places from Dirang. Click here for complete list of Places to See in Dirang
Bomdila
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Bomdila is a beautiful town situated at a distance of about 170 kms from Tawang. The town has a brilliant landscape with snow-clad mountains of the Himalayan Range, apple orchards and it is blessed with a Buddhist monastery, which is indeed the repository of culture and history. The proximity to the Himalayas, offers splendid sights from this small beautiful town. Click here for complete list of Places to See in Bomdila
Bomdila is a beautiful town situated at a distance of about 170 kms from Tawang. The town has a brilliant landscape with snow-clad mountains of the Himalayan Range, apple orchards and it is blessed with a Buddhist monastery, which is indeed the repository of culture and history. The proximity to the Himalayas, offers splendid sights from this small beautiful town. Click here for complete list of Places to See in Bomdila
By Air
Tezpur Airport, located 143 km away, is the nearest airport. It is connected by flights to Kolkata and Guwahati.
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport at Guwahati, 170 km away, is the nearest international airport.
By Train
Tezpur is the major rail head closest to Tawang. Located at the distance of 143 km.
By Road
Buses and Taxi ply regularly between Guwahati, Tezpur, Bomdila to Tawang.
It takes about 12 hours to reach Tawang from Tezpur. The road strech is bad, but the journey is scenic.
It is a 16-hour car drive from Guwahati to Tawang. It is advisable to break the journey at either Bomdila or Dirang.
You need a permit / pass to enter Tawang. The pass can be bought from Kolkata, New Delhi, Guwahati or Tezpur.
The Sela pass connects Tawang to Guwahati.
