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Tawang is a high altitude town located in the lap of the mighty Himalayas which offers a perfect blend of nature and culture. Since the town boasts an elevation of 10,000 feet, it is a paradise for any mountain lover looking for high altitude places to visit Arunachal Pradesh. The picturesque town is replete with numerous tourist attractions like vibrant Buddhist monasteries, high altitude passes, war memorial and scenic lakes which make it an enticing holiday destination.

It is only park in the World to have the four Feline species of big cat namely the Tiger (Panthera Tigris), Leopard (Panthera Pardus), Snow Leopard (Panthera Uncia) and Clouded Leopard and numbers of Lesser cats. Another treat for wildlife enthusiasts in Arunachal Pradesh, Namdapha National Park is the largest protected area and the third largest national park in India. The park is spread across an area of 1985 sq. km and features an elevation range of 200 metres to 4571 metres.

This part of the Eastern Himalayan range is pretty special for the Buddhists, it is believed that about 101 lakes exist in and around Sela pass and each of these lakes has a huge religious significance for the Buddhist community. Very close to the Pass is the beautiful Sela Lake. The pass is open throughout the year. The fame of the pass is also attributed to the divine high altitude Sela Lake or often known as the Paradise Lake that adds grace to the picturesqueness of the place.

Pasighat is the land of the mighty Siang and indigenous hanging bridges. A waterfall graces the mountain cliffs and chills the vicinity. Attractions in the town include: The Daying Ering Wildlife Sanctuary in Arunachal Pradesh, India is one of the most popular wildlife parks of the state. Pasighat also known as “Gateway of Arunachal” is located along the Siang River Valleys and the Himalayas. It is the oldest town of Arunachal Pradesh founded in 1911 and makes for a perfect destination.

The Bum La Pass is a border pass between China's Cona County in Tibet and India's Tawang district in Arunachal Pradesh. Bumla Pass is a high altitude pass situated at the Indo-China border, claiming an elevation of 15,200 feet above the sea level. If you are fond of snow, you must know that thick blankets of snow cover this place throughout the year, making it appear surreal. Visiting Bumla Pass also gives you an opportunity to witness one of the four Indo-China Border Personnel Meeting points.

One of the most prominent religious places to visit in Arunachal Pradesh, Golden Pagoda is an excellent specimen of Burmese architecture in the state. When you are in Arunachal Pradesh, you must visit this temple complex as it gives you an opportunity to feel an uninterrupted sense of divinity along with enjoying breathtaking architecture. The area also houses a centre for cultural research of the Tai Khampti-singpho tribes, a library and a monastery.