Tawang sits above 3,000 metres near the Bhutan and Tibet borders, anchored by the 17th-century Tawang Monastery — the largest in India and second-largest in the world. The route up through Sela Pass and the surrounding alpine lakes make the journey as memorable as the destination.
Top Attractions
Tawang Monastery
Sela Pass
Madhuri Lake
Bumla Pass (India-China border, permit required)
Best Time to Visit
March to October
How to Reach
Nearest airport: Tenzing Rinpoche Airport, Tawang (subject to weather) or Guwahati followed by a scenic road journey of around 2 days via Bomdila and Sela Pass.
