Tawang
is a small hill station located in north-eastern state of Arunachal Pradesh.
Perched in the lap of the Himalayan ranges, Tawang is at an altitude of 3400
metres above the sea level. The landscape of Tawang assumes an altogether
new look during snowfall in the months of December and January. Tawang is
also known for Buddhist influences and has one of the biggest monasteries of
India. The natural beauty of the place enthralls all who visit the place.
Best Season to Visit : June-October
Sightseeing at Tawang -
Tawang Monastery : One of the biggest monasteries of India, the
Tawang Monastery is also known as Galden Namgyal Lhatse. The monastery has
an 18 feet high gilded statue of Gautam Buddha. The monastery was founded by
Mera Lama in the mid-17th century. The monastery is a treasure trove of
Tibetan Buddhist culture. The monastery also houses a library that has an
impressive collection of rare Buddhist manuscripts and thanka paintings. The
monastery is visited by followers of Buddhism in large numbers.
The landscape : It may be mentioned that Tawang is popular not so
much for particular tourist attractions but for its magnificent landscape.
The snow clad Himalayan ranges could be seen from very close quarters in
Tawang. The waterfalls of Tawang add to the beauty of the landscape. the
entire place turns white when there is snowfall during winters.
Reaching
Tawang
Air : The airport nearest to Tawang is Tezpur airport in Assam at a
distance of some 160 kms.
Rail : Tezpur railway station is also the nearest railhead at a
distance of 160 kms.
Road : As Tawang is located in a remote part of the country, it can
only be reached through Tezpur. The terrain is hilly and difficult and it
may take anything between 12 to 24 hours to reach the place from Tezpur.
Direct buses can also be boarded from Guwahati.
STD/ISD Codes -
if dialing from India to Tawang: 037824(number)
if dialing from outside India to Tawang: +9137824(number)
Shopping in Tawang -
Other than the exquisite handicraft products of the place, a fine range of
woolen carpets and shawls are among the best buys of Tawang. It may be
mentioned that a handicraft centre has been opened at the place to promote
small-scale industries for local crafts and looms.
Places Around Tawang -
The picturesque town of Bomdila is an important town to visit near Tawang
and is known for its natural beauty and Buddhist monasteries.
Fairs & Festivals
The Tibetan Buddhist festival of Losar is celebrated in the month of
February-March every year with great fanfare in the Tawang monastery.
Tawang Attractions
