Visit Tawang Monastery
2 hours | Easy | Free entry; donations appreciated
Where to visit
Where to visit in Tawang?
Arunachal Pradesh, India
Quick answer
Tawang is a spectacular high-altitude town in western Arunachal Pradesh, surrounded by pristine glacial lakes and valleys. It is famous for Monpa Buddhist culture and houses the majestic Tawang Monastery, the largest monastery in India.
Tawang is a spectacular high-altitude town in western Arunachal Pradesh, surrounded by pristine glacial lakes and valleys. It is famous for Monp...
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A compact starting point, kept useful for real travelers.
Drive through Sela Pass
1 hour | Moderate | En route; stunning views
Nuranang Falls (Jung Falls)
A spectacular 100-meter-high waterfall cascading down lush green mountains. | 30 km
Madhuri Lake (Sangetsar Lake)
A scenic high-altitude lake formed by an earthquake, surrounded by dead tree trunks and snow-capped peaks. | 35 km
Sela Pass gate & lake
Photo spot listed in the Tawang destination record.
Tawang Monastery courtyard
Photo spot listed in the Tawang destination record.
Madhuri Lake backdrop
Photo spot listed in the Tawang destination record.
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Good first tap
Experience high-altitude Himalayan beauty, explore the historical Sela Pass, and immerse in the serene spiritual vibe of Buddhist monasteries.
Best time
March to May, and September to November
How to reach
Accessed via the steep and scenic NH-13 across Sela Pass. Note that an Inner Line Permit (ILP) is mandatory for all visitors entering the state.
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