Gangtok The Gateway to Sikkim

Incredibly attractive, loud and cloudy: Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, is one of the most popular hill stations in India. The city is located at an altitude of 1650 meters above sea level, and during its sunny days it offers impressive views of Mount Kanchenjunga. Gangtok is a base for adventure lovers consisting of hikers and campers to the Himalayan ranges. During the months of March to mid-May, wild rhododendron flowers transform the surroundings into vast fields of colorful carpets.

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Its name means top of the hill, it can be safely said that Gangtok is one of the most beautiful hill stations in the country. With everything in just the right amount, from a mix of cultural identities to urbanization, Gangtok is a stunning and vibrant paradise in the Northeast. Gangtok and its surroundings are abundant in natural beauty and have many natural attractions such as Tsumgu Lake, Ban Jakri Waterfalls, Tashi Lookout, and more. Other places to visit include many famous religious sites like Enchey Monastery, Ganesh Tok, Do Drul Chorten Rumtek, etc. Also, the Teesta River is one of the best rafting spots in Northeast India.

Pelling, West Sikkim

Pelling, a beautiful city in the western region of Sikkim, has become the second largest tourist destination in Sikkim after Gangtok. Located 10 km from Geyzing and 130 km from Gangtok, the main attraction of the place is the panoramic view of Khangchendzonga and the adjacent peaks. The famous Pemayangste Monastery is located less than 1 km from here and is a major tourist attraction. Pelling also has sites for mountain biking, rock climbing, village tours and meditations, as well as being the base for a number of excursions in the area. The picturesque town of Pelling is an ideal holiday destination for all nature and adventure lovers.

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Billings, a beautiful little town located at an elevation of 6,800 feet that was initially covered in dense wild forest that was home to many of the indigenous wildebeest of the time, including the wildebeest (may not be yet). These hills are sandwiched between two ancient Buddhist monasteries (Pemayangtse and Sangacholing) and have become a whole town called Pelling. Today, Pelling is one of the most selected tourist spots in Sikkim. More than that, Pelling is the heart from which to visit all of West Sikkim's scenic tourist spots.

Lachung, North Sikkim

Lachung, a tourist attraction located in the north of Sikkim, is a wonderful destination located in the place where the two tributaries of Lachung and Lachen meet. This city is a popular tourist attraction due to the many waterfalls that flow into this area. The glimpses of the snow capped mountains can also be caught from here and provide an incredible view. Lachung is also a favorite base for visiting the famous Yumthang Valley, a landmark in Sikkim's tourist scene.

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Lachung is a small town in Sikkim with beautiful mountains around it that tempt tourists to travel here every year. It is the beautiful city of Sikkim with many snow capped mountains, sparkling streams, impressive peaks and waterfalls, and much more. It is the ideal tourist place that guarantees you a pleasant vacation in the middle of the apple, peach and apricot orchards. Lachung Market is full of handicrafts such as exquisitely woven rugs and blankets that make this city perfect for shopping. Lachung means "small mountain" and is named after the majestic mountains.

Yumthang Valley, North Sikkim

The famous Yumthang Valley is located in North Sikkim, 140 km north of Gangtok. Famous for its "Valley of Flowers", it is a rare and exotic place with hot springs, yak rivers and lush green meadows. Perched at an altitude of 3,564 meters, this stunning valley is a nature lover's paradise as it is home to the Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary with more than 24 species of rhododendron (state flower) flowers that bloom from late February to mid-February. of June.

The Yumthang Valley is closed to tourists between December and March due to heavy snowfall in the area. There are some hot springs in the Yumthang Valley, which are often visited by tourists, as they are believed to have miraculous healing power. Aside from a cosmic green meadow, the area is filled with lush green forests abundant in pines and silver firs. On your way to the Yumthang Valley, you can see waterfalls and streams gushing out along with a great view of the peaks with Pauhunri and Shundu Tsenpa.