Know Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh
The land of Monpas, Tawang is a district of Arunachal Pradesh situated at a height of 10,000 ft from the sea level. Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh is a major kernel of Buddhist learning and is particularly well-known for its 400 year old monastery (Tawang Monastery), one of the best known and largest in India. The name Tawang was derived from this monastery. It is also believed that, the name Tawang was given by Mera Lama in the 17th century. Before the establishment of this monastery, Tawang was a centre of Tantric religion. Apart from its religious importance, Tawang is famous for its natural beauty, which attracts and enchants the traveler.
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