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Tawang Overview

Located in the chest of Himalayas is Tawang, famous for being the second largest Buddist Monastery in the world and is the birthplace of the tibeaten spiritual leader “The 6th Dalai Lama'' .It is also pronounced as Dawang located at an altitude of 3048 meters above the sea level flashing off a breathtaking view.Tawan houses Nuranang Falls, Tawang War Memorial, PTSO Lake and Madhuri Lake which has attracted tourists from all around the world.Tawang is a pleasant  escape into the hilly abode of Arunachal Pradesh from daily hustle and bustle.Tawan has one of the largest travel Industry and serves as income for many people out there.

 

Tawang weather

Tawang is one of the most popular places to visit  in North East India.Tawang unfolds id natural beauty uniquely with change in season and is pleasant throughout the year.

 

Summer:

Summer fall month of April to June with moderate temperature that ranges from 5 degrees celsius to 21 degrees celsius. During this time people come here to enjoy the ideal summer vacation atmosphere for families, honeymooners have been spotted here as well and even solo travellers enjoy it here. one can visit local tourist attractions such as Tawang, Roing, Ziro, Namdapha National Park and other beautiful waterfalls, holistic temples and monasteries.

 

Monsoon:

Monsoon starts from JUly here and lasts till september.During monsoon one can cuddle up with loved ones and gaze around the beautiful wonders outside. Right after the summer season, the monsoon brings in cooling weather and temperature goes down to 18 degrees to 29 degrees.

 

Winter:

Winter starts from october and lasts til march.It is considered as the best time to visit here.The temperature is around 8 degrees to 14 degrees.You get the perk of enjoying festivals with locals and many other tourist attractions that are closed in another season during this time.

 

Best time to visit tawang

The best time to visit Tawang is from the month of March to the month of May and from October to November. The weather is very pleasant in Tawang during this time.Summer season lasts in Tawang from March to June. Temperature is around 5 to 21 degrees Celsius.you can visit local tourist attractions such as Tawang, Roing, Ziro, Namdapha National Park and other beautiful waterfalls, holistic temples and monasteries.During October and november the atmosphere is pleasant and You get the perk of enjoying festivals with locals and many other tourist attractions that are closed in another season during this time.



Places to visit in tawang

Paradise on earth Tawang has a lot to offer to its tourists from all around the globe.The town is also entitle as “New Ladhak” and the must visit places are:

 

Tawang Monastery – Connect to your inner peace

Tawang War Memorial – Pay respect To The Brave Warriors

Jaswant Garh – To Honour The Bravery 

Urgelling Gompa – Witness The Marvelous Beauty

Samten Yongcha Monastery – Enjoy The Views 

Geshila Peak – Gaze At The Beauty 

Nagula Lake – See The Panoramic View 

Taktsang Gompa – For Surreal Views

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Where is Tawang?

Tawang is a small hill station amidst the majestic Himalayas in Arunachal pradesh at an altitude of 3048 meters.Tawang is a pleasant  escape into the hilly abode of Arunachal Pradesh from daily hustle and bustle.Tawan has one of the largest travel Industry and serves as income for many people out there.

How to reach Tawang?

Being one of the most popular tourist hubs of Arunachal Pradesh, the beautiful city of Tawang can be reached by every possible transport agency. Generally tourists find it easy to reachTawang through Guwahati by means of bus, private cars. 

By roadways-  one can easily get access to  buses, taxis, even shared taxis from Bomdila and Tezpur in Assam which helps in reaching Tawang. This journey can be quite lengthy and androus but the cutting through dense and mesmerising natural beauty surely compensate for that. 

By Railways- There is no such major railway station in the town.Narlahun and Guwahati railway stations are closest to reaching Tawang. The enchanting view and pleasing visuals make one's journey a memorable one.

By Airways- Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoli is an International airport near to Tawang. Tourists also prefer a helicopter from Guwahati to Tawang. 

How to reach Tawang by train?

There is no railway station in Tawang, so one can not reach the town directly by train. The nearest major railway stations are Rangapara Railway Station located in Tezpur and Guwahati Railway Station.The Rangapara Railway station is located 314 km away from Tawang, and is linked well to all major cities of India like Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai, etc. Once you get here, you can easily find a cab or bus to reach Tawang. Another railway station near Tawang is Guwahati Railway Station. Guwahati is the largest city in Assam so it is well connected in all the manner for tourists to reach here.

Guwahati is 440 km from Tawang. You have many options like travelling in a bus. There are regular buses running between the two cities. Or one can also hire a cab to reach Tawang from Guwahati.

What to do in Tawang?

A perfect escape in Arunachal Pradesh is Tawang.It is nestled in the HImalayas at 10,000 ft and have earned the title of “New Ladakh".Tawang is paradise on earth if you are planning a trip to Tawang do not miss theses things out:

Taktsang Gompa:

Meditating in the land of the Dalai Lama is a must.Situated at an altitude of about 12,500 to 13,000 feet and surrounded by dense forest and huge mountains, this monastery helps you find your inner peace.It is a perfect getaway from the daily chaos.

Gorichen Peak:

Perfect for all the adventure enthusiasts.Trekking to the peak of Gorichen is one of a kind experience and is at an altitude of 22,500 ft.The trekking trail is so mesmerizing and brings out the toughest part in you.It is one of the best trek in the state and view from the top makes all your efforts worth.

Tibetan Settlement Market:

Also known as Vihar Market is famous for its local eateries and shops across the road.THe shops here see the traditional items,chinese crockery and also items related to budhist religion like flags,prayer wheels, statues of Lord Buddha, wall hangings and many more.This is the best place to get souvenirs for your loved ones.

Nuranang Waterfalls:

Nuranang waterfalls is most stunning waterfall of Arunachal Pradesh.It is a dreamy destination White milky water rushing down from the elevation of about 6000 fts.And it is just 40 km from Tawang if you are here don not miss this out it is one of the best thing to do in Tawang.

Bumla Pass :

Situated about 37 km from Tawang is the Indo - China Border, the Bumla Pass. Keep in list to visit the Office of the Deputy Commissioner in Tawang District and also the Indian army cantonment of Tawang to take permission to visit the pass. 

Madhuri Lake:

This wonderful lake is surrounded by lush green valleys and snow covered mountains. A leisure stroll with your near and ones is the best way to explore the tranquil  surroundings of the lake and it is managed by the Indian Army. One can find a cafeteria near the lake with a bowl of Maggi or momos with a cup of tea or coffee. You can enjoy the scenic beauty. ThConsidering that during the rest of the year, the area is frozen, the best time to visit this place is between April and October.

What to see in tawang?

Tawang is one of the beautiful hill station.And has attracted tourist from all around the globe as it has the second largest Buddist Monastery in the world and is the birthplace of the tibeaten spiritual leader “The 6th Dalai Lama'' .so if you are looking for places to visit in Tawang do not miss out on:

  • Sela Pass – Connecting to all other part of country
  • Tibetan Settlement Market – Get Souvenirs 
  • Thingbu Hot Spring – get an Exotic Experience
  • Gyangong Ani Gompa – Tranquil atmosphere
  • Gorsam Chorten – Located In A Paradise
  • Banggachhang Lake – Remote Places
  • Shonga-Tser Lake – must visit for Photography Enthusiasts
  • Narurang Falls – Most stunning waterfall of Andhra pradesh 
  • Bumla Pass – Indo-China Border managed by Indian Army
  • Pankang Teng Tso Lake – The charming Beauty Of Tawang
  • Gorichen Peak – fulfill your adventurous soul and trek to the peak

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Krish Malik

lifetime experience for me

As an adventure lover, I must say it was the best experience of my lifetime. The blend of beautiful scenery and challenging roads made my experience heavenly. The food and stay were great as well. The entire trip was full of fun and enjoyment.

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Aanya Gupta

what a stunning scenery

My bike tour to Tawang was just awesome and so beautiful. It felt so great while riding through the majestic mountains and beautiful valleys of Arunachal Pradesh. The team was amazing and organised the trip nicely.

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Arjun Kumar

what a thrilling Tawang Bike Trip

From the start to the end of the trip, it was a wonderful and unique experience for me and my friends. Our entire group went on this bike trip and it was like a dream come true. Safety arrangements are good and we had a great time.

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Riya Patel

great adventure trip

My bike trip to Tawang was great! I witnessed beautiful landscapes and enjoyed the thrilling journey on my bike. The guide who accompanied us was very knowledgeable and took care of our safety and comfort.

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Saanvi Singh

well planned bike trip

Our Tawang Bike Trip was arranged and executed exceptionally well. Our guide was experienced and helpful. This bike trip is best for adventure lovers and people who want to enjoy stunning views.

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Kabir Desai

my experience was fantastic

My Tawang Bike Trip was just awesome as I had so much fun during the trip. I went on this bike ride trip with my boyfriend. It was thrilling, exciting, romantic, and just awesome for us. We always dreamt of this and that the.

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Diya Mehta

beautiful landscapes and mountains

It was a wonderful experience to ride through the beautiful landscapes of Tawang. It was a very well organized motorcycle tour and the team was supporting as well. Thank you so much banbanjara for this stunning experience. If you are a biker then you must do it once, the views were just like a bonus.

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Aryan Verma

great memorable lifetime experience

For me, this Tawang Bike Trip was a lifetime experience. I will never forget this wonderful experience and the beauty of Arunachal Pradesh. We got the best guide, who made our trip easy and smooth. If you are an adventure lover then you must go for this thrilling Tawang Bike Trip.

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Ananya Reddy

unique first time experience

I am a biker and I always wanted to go on a bike trip to a beautiful place my dream come true with this Tawang Bike Trip package provided by banbanjara. Trust me it was awesome, it is all that a biker and adventure lover can ask for. Great job banbanjara.

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Vihaan Joshi

stunning scenery and comfortable stay

I went on this bike trip with my husband as he is an adventure lover and I love nature this Tawang Bike Trip had something for both of us. I loved it very much and enjoyed the views while my husband was riding the bike. It was thrilling yet beautiful at the same tim

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