Tawang

City in Arunachal Pradesh, India

Overview

Tawang is a remote Himalayan town renowned for its majestic monastery, lively Tibetan culture, and breathtaking mountain views. Its tranquil ambiance and spiritual heritage make it a unique destination for travelers seeking both adventure and peace.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
India
State
Arunachal Pradesh
Population
11,202
Time Zone
Asia/Kolkata
Coordinates
27.57°, 91.92°

Key Metrics

Safety Score · estimate
70
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost · estimate
$531
Local Cost
$260
Local Income
$140
Cashless
35
English
45
Temperature
7.5°C
Summer Avg
13.4°C
Winter Avg
1.2°C
Record High
23.1°C
Record Low
-11.2°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1082 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

Data sources

Source-backed data

World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Record updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-07.

Estimates and unverified origins

Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-22.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 62/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.