Scenic in Sikkim

Sikkim Scenic

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Do Drul Chorten Stupa, Gangtok Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Being one of the main stupas in Gangtok


It is a stupa which was built by Trulshik Rinpoche, the head of the Nyingma. A complete set of Dorjee Phurba, Kangyur relics and other religious objects are found inside the stupa. There are 108...

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Kabi Lungchok, Gangtok Heritage, Nature

Famous for: Stunning picturesque and lush greenary


Situated at 17 km from Gangtok on the highway of north Sikkim is this historic place Kabi Lungchok. A historic accord between the Bhutia chief Khey-Bum-Sar and the Lepcha chief Te-Kung-Tek was c...

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Nathula Pass, Gangtok Land, Nature

Famous for: Trekking and scenic views


Situated on the border of India and China, Nathula Pass is popularly known as the silk route. It was one of the most important routes of trade between the silk traders from Tibet and Sikkim. The...

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Kyongnosla Falls, Nathula Land, Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: An exhilarating waterfall


Nestled on the way to Nathula pass from Gangtok, the Kyongnosla Falls is an exhilarating attraction for the tourists heading towards Nathula. The milky white water falling from the top of the mo...

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Pemayangtse Monastery, Pelling Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: One of the oldest and beautiful monastaries of Sikkim


Built in 1705 AD by GyalwaLhatsunNamkhaJigme, Pemayangtse Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim. Perched at an altitude of 6840 feet on a hill top, it is the most famous tourist a...

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Sangachoeling Monastery, Pelling Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: The second oldest monastery in the Sikkim


Sangachoeling Monastery is the second oldest monastery in Sikkim and was built in 1695 by LhatsunNamkhaZigme. Literally means the ‘land of sacred spell’, the monastery is nestled ami...

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Khecheopalri Lake, Pelling Land, Nature, Water

Famous for: A magnificent sacred lake


Khecheopalri Lake, the magnificent lake is considered sacred by the Buddhists and Hindus and a number of devotees throng to this place from all across the world. Located at a distance of 24 km f...

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Tsomgo Lake, Nathula Entertainment, Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: An enchanting lake at a height of 2000 feet


The enchanting Tsomgo Lake is the prime attraction in Nathula pass and is located at a distance of 35 km from Gangtok at an altitude of 2000 feet. It is situated on the ancient trade route from ...

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Phensong Monastery, Gangtok Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Sacred pilgrimage spot for Buddhists and also offers panoramic views


Located on a mild slope extending from Kabi to Phodong in north Sikkim, the monastery was built in the year 1721 during the period of Jigme Pawo. It is one of the significant monasteries for the...

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Ganesh Tok, Gangtok Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Small but quite popular for religious beliefs


This temple is very small but is a very popular temple in the city. Ganesh Tok is located at a distance of 7 km from Gangtok and just next to the television tower on the hillock of Gangtok. The ...

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Rumtek Monastery, Gangtok Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Religious belief and amazing views


The monastery is located on the hilltop facing the city of Gangtok. This monastery is located 24 km away from Gangtok. The Rumtek Monastery is also known as the Dharma Chakra Centre. This is the...

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Sa Ngor Chotshog Centre, Gangtok Nature

Famous for: Its wonderful location on hilltop and is suppose to be crown of Sikkim


The Sa-Ngor-Chotshog Centre is considered to be the crown of Sikkim. Spread at a length of approximately 5 kilometers, it is bestowed with unparalleled beauty and splendour. With its unparallele...

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Menmecho Lake, Nathula Nature, Water

Famous for: A fresh water mountain lake


Located at a distance of 20 km ahead of the Tsongmo Lake on the way to the Jelepa Pass, Menmecho Lakeis a fresh water mountain lake in the Nathula pass route. It is the source of the Rangpo Chu ...

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Chumbi Valley, Nathula Land, Nature

Famous for: A beautiful valley at an altitude of 9500 feet


Chumbi Valley is beautiful valley is located in Tibet at the intersection of Sikkim, Bhutan and China in the lap of mighty Himalayas. The two main passes of the region namely Nathula Pass and Je...

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Jelepla Pass, Nathula Land, Nature, Water

Famous for: An exciting mountain pass connecting Lhasa to India


Perched at a high altitude of 13999 feet, Jelepla Pass is another exciting mountain pass near Nathula. It stretches between India and Tibet in East Sikkim and is referred as the ‘lovely le...

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Rabdentse Palace Ruins, Pelling Heritage, Nature

Famous for: The royal palace of Mangyals


Enveloped by thick woody forests, the Rabdengtse Ruins is a famous attraction for the tourists. It was the second capital of Sikkim, founded by TensungNamgyal in 1670. It was the royal palace of...

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Sewaro Rock Garden, Pelling Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: A beautiful garden and picnic spot


Built and maintained by the tourism department of Sikkim, Sewaro Rock Garden is a great destination for the people of all ages. Richly covered with ricks, pools, gardens and foot paths, it is al...

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Singshore Bridge, Pelling Land, Nature, Water

Famous for: The second highest gorge bridge in Asia


Lying at a distance of just 5 km from Pelling, Singshoresuspension bridge is renowned as the second highest gorge bridge in Asia. Built around 16 years ago, the bridge is 260 m long and lies 300...

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Kanchendzonga National Park, Pelling Land, Nature

Famous for: One of the highest national parks in India


Extended over a vast area of 850 sq km, Kanchendzonga National Park is a must visit place for the wildlife lovers. The park is elevated at a varying height of about 1800 m to 8600 m and is one o...

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Changu Lake, Gangtok Nature, Water

Famous for: Mesmerizing views and stunning picturesques


Situated at a height of 12310 feet on the Nathu La highway, the lake is also known as Tsomgo Lake. The lake is located at a distance of 35 kilometres away from Gangtok.  This Changu Lake is...

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Peiling, Gangtok Nature

Famous for: Scenic views and for calm and peace atmosphere


Located 125 km away from Gangtok, Pelling is widely known for the splendid view of the snow-crested mountains of Kanchenjunga. Pelling is located at an altitude of 6,800 ft above the sea level. ...

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Menmecho Lake, Gangtok Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: Fishing and stunning views


This is one of the finest lakes in Sikkim, which is located in the eastern region of Sikkim and in between the mountain ranges below Jelepla Pass. Just at a distance of 20 kilometers before the ...

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Yuksom, Gangtok Nature, Water

Famous for: Scenic spot with mind-boggling waterfall


The place was the former capital of Gangtok and is situated about 33 km from Pelling. The name Yuksom means the meeting point of the three Lamas. Located at an altitude of 1,780 metre, the place...

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Saramsa Garden, Gangtok Entertainment, Nature

Famous for: Lush greenary and cool atmosphere


The garden is famous for the wide range of orchid species that blossoms here. The Saramsa Garden is also known as Ipecac Garden and is preserved by the forest department of the Sikkim government...

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Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary, Nathula Land, Nature, Water

Famous for: A wonderful plant sanctuary


Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary which is situated in the East Sikkim region adjoining the Tsomgo Lake along the Nathula road. Lying at a distance of 31 km from Gangtok, the s...

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Bhanjakri Falls Energy Park, Nathula Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: A wonderful waterfall and picnic spot


Dotted with richness of flora and fauna of Sikkim Himalayas, Bhanjakri Falls Energy Park is a place of divine beauty and serenity to the visitors. With an area of two acres, the entire region is...

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Tashi View Point, Nathula Land, Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: A view point offering beautiful sight of nearby peaks and lakes


Located along the North Sikkim Highway, Tashi View Point offers the visitors the breathtaking view of Mt. Khangchendzonga, one of the most overwhelming peaks in the world. At a distance of just ...

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Himalayan Zoological Park, Nathula Land, Nature

Famous for: A natural habitat of varied rare animal species


Also known as Bulbulay, Himalayan Zoological Park is located at a distance of 8 km from Gangtok and is sprawled in a vast area of 205 hectares. This beautiful park is home to a variety of animal...

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Changey Waterfall, Pelling Entertainment, Nature, Water

Famous for: A cascading waterfall amidst scenic ambience


Also known as Seven Sisters Waterfall, Changey Waterfall is a fantastic fall nearPelling which is situated at a height of 300 m. Dotted with eye-catching surroundings and serene ambience, the fa...

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Dubdi Monastery, Pelling Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: A popular Buddhist pilgrimage


Commonly called as the Yuksum Monastery, Dubdi Monastery is a popular pilgrimage destination for the Buddhists located in the Nyingma sect. it was built in 1701 by LhatsunNamkhaJigme and is asso...

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Rinchenpong, Pelling Land, Nature

Famous for: A popular tourist attraction offering majestic views of surrounding vistas


Rinchenpongis an upcoming tourist attraction near Pelling in West Sikkim. Elevated at a height of 1700 m,the site offers breathtaking views of lovely sunrise and sunset across the mighty Himalay...