Tawang

Tawang is a town and administrative headquarter of Tawang district in the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh. From its towering peaks to its serene monasteries, every corner of this picturesque town is imbued with a sense of mystique and charm. Join us on a journey to discover the wonders of Tawang, where adventure meets tranquility and culture intertwines with nature. Tawang District was a Sub-Division of West Kameng District till 5th October 1984. This district is situated in western most part of Arunachal Pradesh. The area of this district is approximately 2,172 Sq.km, bounded by Tibet (China) to the north, Bhutan to the south-west and Sela ranges separated from West Kameng district in the east. Most of the people, which includes the Monpa, Takpa and the Tibetans, are Tibetan Buddhist by religion. Tawang district, the basin of Tawang Chu, occupies an area of 2,172 square kilometres (839 sq mi),.[9] The district is roughly located around latitude 27° 45’ N and longitude 90° 15’ E at the northwest extremity of Arunachal Pradesh. Elevations range between 6,000 and 22,000 feet (6,700 m), and inhabitants are found at lower altitude, where they enjoy a cool temperate climate. Tawang receives snowfall every year during December–January.[32] There is also a ski lift in town. Tawang is the most famous tourist destination in Arunachal Pradesh. Visitors to Tawang, as is the case with the entire Arunachal Pradesh, require special Inner Line Permit (ILP) issued by the concerned government body and can be obtained from offices based in Kolkata, Guwahati, Tezpur, and New Delhi. Most of the travel from the plains is on a steep hill road journey, crossing Sela Pass at 4,176 metres (13,701 ft).