Tawang - Arunachal Pradesh, India –

''Tawang is located in the north-west part of Arunachal Pradesh and is the district headquarters of the Tawang Distict. Situated at an elevation of 3,048 meters and is famous for being the birth place of the sixth Dalai Lama, Nagwang Lobsang Gyatso and is home to the largest Buddhist Monastery in India. Tawang also remains an important pilgrimage destination for Tibetan Buddhists.
Apart from the grand mountain and lakes that create an extremely beautiful background for the town, Tawang is also famous for the 17th century Tawang Monastery which is the second largest in Asia and also one of the most beautiful. The local tribe “Monpa” are well known for their friendly smile and the headgear they wear. ''

Gorsam Chorten, Tawang War Memorial, Sela Pass, Nuranang Falls, Tawang Monastery and Jaswant Garh are the jewels of the city. It is widely believed that the city has got its name from one of the most ancient and the biggest Buddhist monasteries in the country, Tawang Monastery and the name ‘Twang’ is a combination of ‘Ta' meaning Horse and 'Wang' meaning Chosen.

Tawang Honeymoon Destination (Romantic Getaway)

Unparalleled beauty swathes Tawang, which tucked in the beautiful state of Arunachal Pradesh. Sacred is what most people would call as it is an important seat of Mahayana Buddhism. But, Tawang has recently emerged as a popular honeymoon destination in India as its natural beauty drew many honeymooners. Alpine mountains, waterfalls that gush into deep gorges, sapphire sky and radiant lakes make Tawang a great travel destination. Galden Namgyal Lhatse Monastery, Zimithang, Gorsam Stupa, Khinme monastery, Tatsang gompa and Singshur nunnery, Sangeshar Lake are some great places to see in Tawang.

Best time to visit Tawang

The best time to visit Tawang is from March to October, this is when the weather is most pleasant.

Why Visit Tawang as Romantic Getaway?

• Kanchenjunga, World’s 3rd highest peak, which is the most monolithic and striking and it is still a virgin peak.
• Tawang Monastery is one of the biggest monasteries of India.It is also known as Galden Namgyal Lhatse.
• There are beautiful lakes around Tawang, the most being Pankang Teng Tso Lake.

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Tawang Weather

The best time to visit Tawang, is between October and mid-December when clear views of the Himalayan peaks are guaranteed or again between March and May when the flowers are in bloom. Honeymoons are ideal during winters in Tawang.