Tawang borders the Line of Actual Control between India and China on disputed Indian-administered territory, as part of Arunachal Pradesh.

From China’s point of view, it is considered as part of the Cona County of China-administered Tibet Autonomous Region.

It also shares another international border with Bhutan, and a district border with West Kameng. In winter, Tawang frequently experiences heavy snowfall.

It roughly lies around the latitude 27 º 45’ N and the longitude 90º 15’ E on the Northwest extremity of Arunachal Pradesh. Elevations range between 6,000 to 22,000 feet, and inhabitants are found in lower altitude, where they enjoy a cool temperate climate.