Places to Visit in Tawang
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Tawang War Memorial
Rank 1
Ranked 1 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monument
Tawang War Memorial, a 40 foot high multi-hued memorial, has a structure constructed in stupa design. Dedicated to the martyrs of Sino-India War held in 1962, this memorial is nestled among beautiful peaks, which overlooks the Tawang-Chu valley. Popularly known as Namgyal Chorten, the memorial...
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Tawang Monastery
Rank 2
Ranked 2 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monastery
Tawang Monastery, also known as the Golden Namgyal Lhatse, is one of the largest lamaseries of Mahayana sects. This is the second oldest Monastery in the entire world after Lhasa. With a control over 17 Gompas in the region, this monastery is believed to be 400 years old.
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Sela Pass
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Mountain
Sela Pass, with a height of 13,714 ft, is one of the most visited places in entire Arunachal Pradesh. Considered to be heaven on earth, the Sela Mountain Pass in winter is entirely covered with snow. Before reaching this pass, the travellers are welcomed by another lake, which is known as the...
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Jaswant Garh
Rank 4
Ranked 4 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monument
Jaswant Garh is located at a distance of around 21 kilometre from Sela Pass towards Tawang. This Garh is a home of a warrior, Jaswant Singh who sacrificed during the war that was fought against Chinese soldiers. He fought continuously for 72 hours, during the Indo-China war that occurred in 1962....
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Craft Centre
Rank 5
Ranked 5 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Markets
Visit the unique craft center where craftsmen weave cloth and artists make Monpas masks in the traditional way. A government project to uplift and encourage the traditional artists and craftsmen to use the traditional styles and techniques. There is am Emporium from where souvenirs can be...
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Bap Teng Kang
Rank 6
Ranked 6 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Water Fall
One of the most panoramic waterfalls, Bap Teng Kang is scenically situated in the hidden paradise of lush green vegetation. It falls from a height of 100 feet in Yumkhang, 85 km on route from Tawang towards Zemithang. You can view a number of waterfalls on the route to Zemithang.
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Gorichen Peak
Rank 7
Ranked 7 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Hill
Gorichen Peak, highest peak of Arunachal Pradesh, is located between Tawang and West Kameng districts. Bordering with China, this peak has a height of 22,500 feet. Located at a distance of 164 kilometre from Tawang Township, this peak is also known as Sa-Nga Phu, which literally means the Kingdom...
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Bap Teng Kang Waterfall
Rank 8
Ranked 8 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Water Fall
Bap Teng Kang Waterfall, also known as BTK Waterfall, has a height of 100 ft. Located at a distance of 82 km from Tawang, this waterfall is situated en route to Zemithang.
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Gorsam Chorten
Rank 9
Ranked 9 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Religious
Gorsam Chorten, located at a distance of 90 kilometre from Tawang town, is the largest stupa of the entire area. Believed to be constructed in the early part of 12th century, it is founded by a Monpa monk, Lama Pradhar. On the top of the chorten is a semi-circular dome that rests up on a...
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Gyangong Ani Gompa
Rank 10
Ranked 10 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monastery
Gyangong Ani Gompa, perched on the top of a beautiful hillock is nunnery, is located at a distance of around 5 kilometre in the north of Tawang. Being home to about 50 Buddhist nuns, it was found by Mera Lam Lodre Gyamtso. This nunnery was subsequently offered to Mera Lam Lodre Gyamsto by his...
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Urgelling Gompa
Rank 11
Ranked 11 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monastery
Urgelling Gompa, one of the first three monasteries built by Urgen Sangpo, is believed to have been present in Tawang since 14th century. Urgen Sangpo was the youngest brother of the famous Treasure-Revealer, Terton Pempalinga.
Located at a distance of 3 km from Tawang Township, this...
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Nuranang Water Fall
Rank 12
Ranked 12 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Water Fall
One of the most beautiful waterfalls close to Jang, the micro hydel project is Nuranang Waterfalls. It is situated about 2 km from Jang going down hill and is situated on the Tawang Sela main highway, just 40 km from the city of Tawang.
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Singsor Ani Gompa
Rank 13
Ranked 13 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monastery
Singsor Ani Gompa, one of the most beautiful and famous nunneries of Tawang District, is on the way to Geshila. Located at a distance of around 28 kilometre towards the west of the Headquarters of Tawang district, it is home to approximately 30 nuns. In 1960, the new Ani Gompa was constructed by...
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Shonga-tser Lake
Rank 14
Ranked 14 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Lake
Shonga-tser Lake is located at a distance of 42 kilometre from Tawang. This lake after the shooting of movie Koyla was named by tourists as Madhuri Lake. Shonga-tser Lake was formed in the aftermath of the earthquake, which occurred in 1950.
Before 1950, the entire lake area was reserved...
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Sela Peak
Rank 15
Ranked 15 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Hill
One of the highest mountain peaks in Tawang mountainous area, Sela Peak is the most panoramic. The drive to Tawang goes through the picturesque Seal Pass, also known as the gateway to Tawang. The heart of teh city of Tawang is about 92 km from Sela Pass which is located at an altitude of 13,714...
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Geshila Peak
Rank 16
Ranked 16 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Water Fall
Geshila Park is the closest peak to Tawang located just 25 km away at Khrimu. Complete serenity, awesome sights and a multitude of scenic picturesque locations to carry back sweet memories.
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Banga Jang Lake
Rank 17
Ranked 17 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Lake
Banga Jang Lake, situated in the Banga Jang range, is one of the famous lakes located in proximity to Tawang Township. Every year pilgrims from across the globe visit the lake to acquire heavenly bliss and sanctity.
In addition to this lake, there are several other lakes located in the...
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Brahma-dung-chung Ani Gompa
Rank 18
Ranked 18 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monastery
Brahma-dung-chung Ani Gompa is located at a distance of around 8 km from the Tawang town. It is one of the oldest Ani Gompa located in the north of Tawang Township. This Ani Gompa was constructed in 1595 AD by a Lama Karchen Yeshi Gelek of Tsang province of Tibet. At present, the place is also a...
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Manjushree Vidyapeeth
Rank 19
Ranked 19 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Other
The only orphanage in Tawang, you can visit and spend some time with the orphans and their caretakers. It is a completely different experience and one that you will never forget.
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Taktsang Gompa
Rank 20
Ranked 20 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monastery
Taktsang Gompa, located at a distance of 45 kilometre from Tawang Township, is one of the most famous tourist attractions. The site of this gompa is believed to be blessed in the 8th century AD by the visit of Guru Padmasambhava.
Perched on the ridge of a small hill, the monastery is...
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Ghesila Range
Rank 21
Ranked 21 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Mountain
Ghesila Range is located at a distance of 25 kilometre from Tawang Township. This range is also believed to be a protection wall for Tawang. The entire range runs along the north-eastern side of Tawang Township.
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BongBong Waterfall
Rank 22
Ranked 22 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Water Fall
BongBong Waterfall, also known as Nuranang Waterfall is located at a distance of 2 km from Jang, which is the administrative circle headquarter of Tawang district. 40 km from Tawang, the waterfall offers beautiful view of milky water falling from height of approximately 100 m. A visit to this...
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Tsachu Hot Spring
Rank 23
Ranked 23 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Water spring
Though reaching these panoramic Tsachu Hot Springs may require a bit of trekking as the terrain is perfect for that. The scenic route gives you glimpses of lush vegetation, a variety of flora and fauna unique to the region. You can reach these isolated and serene hot springs by 4 hours travel by...
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Pangang Teng Tso Lake
Rank 24
Ranked 24 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Lake
Pangang Teng Tso Lake, one of the most famous lakes of Arunachal Pradesh, is located at a distance of 18 kilometre from Tawang Township. Popularly known as P.T. Tso Lake, this lake is one of the ideal spots for picnic. The word 'Tso' in Monpa dialect means Monpa. During the winter months,...
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Thingbu Hot Spring
Rank 25
Ranked 25 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Water spring
Just 68 km from the heart of the Tawang town, is the awesome Thingbu Hot Spring. These hot water springs are known for curative properties and can be reached through a short trek or on ponies. Located amidst natural greenery and verdant vegetation, you can spot some wild birds and unique...
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Regyaling Gompa
Rank 26
Ranked 26 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monastery
Regyaling Gompa, constructed by the former Rigya Rinpoche, is located at a distance of 1 kilometre from Tawang Township. However, after his death, the charge of the Gompa was taken over by his secretary, Chang-sey. The monastery is surrounded by a lush green pine grove. The reincarnation of...
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Nuranang Falls
Rank 27
Ranked 27 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Water Fall
The Nuranang Falls, situated about 40 km away from Tawang, is considered to be one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Northeast region of India. This waterfall is also close to the town of Jang and is locally known as Jang Falls. Categorised as a plunge fall the milk-white...
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Khinmey Gonpa
Rank 28
Ranked 28 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Monastery
Handicrafts Centre
Rank 29
Ranked 29 of 29Places to Visit in Tawang
- Type: Markets
The Handirafts Centre in Tawang is a major attraction for visitors. Created to promote the local small-scale industry, it is a good place to buy locally made handicrafts, woollen carpets, shawls etc. Also available are shoes, carved wooden works, utensils made of bamboo, handmade paper and Thanka...
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