Headquarters of Tawang district.
Best Seasons To Visit
April to October.
Language Spoken
Monpa, Hindi, English.
What to see
350 year old famous Buddhist Monastery locally called Gompa.
Craft centre producing very fine woollen carpets of colourful designs
and masks.
Ideal For
Trekking and hiking
Festivals
Lossor in February/March date to be fixed in consultation with Buddhist calendar.
Clothing
Heavy woollen in winter and light woollen in summer.
Where To Stay
Circuit House-cum-Inspection Bungalow rate Rs. 30 per bed per night.
Hotel Shangrila, rate Rs. 25 per bed per night.
Hotel Nichu rate Rs 25 per bed per night.
Reservation Authority
Deputy commissioner, Tawang;
Phone nos 221 (Office); 222(resi)
Getting There
By Air
Nearest airport is at Tezpur
By Rail
Rangapara by Arunachal Express from New Bongaigoan.
By Road
By Bus from Bomdila (Departure 5.30 am arrival 4 pm; Fare Rs 40)
Entry & Exit point
Bhalukpong.