10 Best Places to Visit in Tawang in 2024

Tawang is a serene and picture-perfect town in Arunachal Pradesh nestled in the Himalayas at an altitude of 10,000 feet. The place is gaining popularity for being the ’new Ladakh’ for bikers.

The mountains are covered with snow, valleys, lakes, and dense forests making Tawang the best place to visit. Thus Tawang is the best place for its rare combination of thrill and peace.

Here is the list of the Top 10 Beautiful Places to Visit in Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh:

Tawang is blessed with hidden gems that can make your visit full of cherished memories. The place has lakes, passes, waterfalls, and monasteries that can cast a spell on you. Irrespective of the place you pick the destination will help you enjoy the peace away from the chaos of city life.

1. Sela Pass – The Getaway to Arunachal Pradesh

Sela Pass is the highest motorable mountain pass in the world. The road connects Tawang with Guwahati in Assam and gives the most stunning view of Arunachal Pradesh and its mountains and valleys. Located near Sela Lake, Sela Pass is the most stunning and off-beat place to visit in Tawang.

It is a haven for nature lovers and adventure junkies. Visit Sela Pass during summer and spring for the most delightful experience as during the winter months the roads are blocked due to heavy snow.

Check out the itinerary for the Assam and Arunachal Tour Package, which includes 7 nights and 8 days of sightseeing.

2. Tibetan Settlement Market – Market for all the Local Souvenirs

The local market of Tawang is known as the Vihara market and caters to the local population for their daily exotic needs. The place has several small shops including roadside shacks which are covered with eateries and shops.

The market sells multiple souvenirs like porcelain crockery, gift items, traditional clothes, handicrafts, teapots, and ornaments that one can buy.

3. Gorsam Chorten – Located in Paradise

The Gorsam Chorten is a Buddhist Temple located near Zemithang Village. The surroundings of the temple and the village all are exceptionally beautiful and provide the most serene experience in the place.

The temple has a 186 feet base with a height of 93 feet modeled after the Boudhanath Stupa of Nepal. To observe the Lunar calendar the devotees gather here in large numbers to celebrate the Gorzam Kora Festival.

4. Thingbu Hot Spring – For the Exotic Take of the Trip

The Thingbu village is blessed to provide the most exotic experience to travelers. The beautiful and awesome hot spring from the Mago Chu River is the perfect place to spend the winters.

It takes three and a half hours to reach the spot yet the relaxing hot steam from the hot springs makes it worth the effort.

5. Gyangong Ani Gompa – A Peaceful Place

Another beautiful place in Tawang is Gyangong Ani Gompa. It houses 50 nuns on the premises as it is among the smallest Buddhist monasteries in the Tawang Valley.

One can enjoy a beautiful walk of 1.5 km from the Sonam Tsomu Homestay (the best homestay in Tawang).

6. Banggachhang Lake – The Remotest Place

Banggachhang is the remotest place in India and also the most serene place which has the abundant blessings of Mother Nature. Banggachhang Lake and the Banggachhang Gompa are beautiful beyond words.

The Lake is accessible from the road which stays closed during the winter months as a result of heavy snowfall.

7. Shonga Tser Lake – The Place for Photography Enthusiasts

Surrounded by picturesque valleys and snow-capped mountains, Shonga-Tser Lake is a popular tourist place in Tawang. It was a cattle grazing zone but then transformed into a lake after a flash flood that occurred during the massive earthquake in 1950.

There was a popular Bollywood song featuring Madhuri Dixit picturized here and thus the place is popularly known as “Madhuri Lake”.

8. Pankang Teng Tso Lake – Sparkling Beauty of Tawang

PTSO Lake of Tawang is the most exotic lake in India and is blessed with fresh air, lush flora, and serene views. Bright and beautiful rhododendron flowers surround the place and are the ideal place for bird watching.

9. Naurang Falls – The Cascading Beauty of the Place is Enchanting

The most beautiful fall in Arunachal Pradesh is Naurang Falls that originates from the river of the same name. It is a very amazing spot in Tawang dropping down from 100 meters through multiple spots.  It is located on the route from Tawang to Zeminthang, this waterfall is serene and has the most stunning view.

It is the perfect location for day trips. Also known as Jang Falls the fall is surrounded by luxuriant forests and lush greens. Thus making it the most stunning place in Tawang for visitors.

10. Bumla Pass – Representative on the Indo-China Border

Bumla Pass connects India with China and is the most frequented place. Visit it from May to October as for the winter it is frozen. The pass is at 16,000 feet and is the passage that the Dalai Lama took to escape from Tibet to India.