Gangtok
A beautiful hill station in the East of India, Sikkim is a place of mixed culture of Lepchas, Indian Gorkhas and Bhutias. Once used to be the trade centre of India and the silk route to China, Gangtok is now famous for its virgin beauty of Himalayan hills, untouched valleys and still a route to Tibet. This beautiful hill station in East India has many beautiful valleys, Lakes, temples, and national parks to attract. The Sikkimese culture, the neatness and the beauty of the city everything is just extreme. Plan your trip to Gangtok to explore the unexplored Himalayan range. Local shops, handicraft markets, and especially momo make Gangtok a must one to visit once.
Top attractions of Gangtok
• Rumtek Monastery Rumtek Monastery is the largest monastery in Sikkim and is surrounded by the beauty of the Himalayas. It is also known as Dharm Chakra Centre and is a must to visit for its beauty and peaceful environment.
• Ganesh Tok Ganesh Tok is a small temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha surrounded by Himalayas and a perfect view of Mt. Kachanjunga.
• Hanuman Tok Hanuman Tok is a bit away from Ganesha Tok, and this temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and maintained by the Indian Army. The temple gives a serene look to green valleys and Himalayan hills along with a Mt. Kanchanjunga view. It is believed by the Indian Army that Lord Hanuman helped them to stay on the Indo-China border.
• Tashi view point Tashi View Point is the picnic spot and gives the finest view of Mt. Kanchendzonga and other monasteries of Sikkim.
• Yumthang Lake Yumthang Lake is a beautiful lake and is considered a holy Lake for the people of Sikkim. Yak are seen here and you may enjoy the ride on Yak.
• Nathula border It is India India-China border maintained by the Indian army. Earlier, it was the silk route to Tibet and China and closed as a silk route but now as a post for the Indian army for the China border.
• Banjhakari waterfall Banjhakari waterfall is a park of waterfall which is a beautiful park decked with swimming pools, selfie points, fun activities for kids and many more. Here, you can enjoy a full day with your family and friends.
Best time to visit: March to June is suggested as the best time to experience Gangtok as the weather is cool and pleasant. Monsoon experiences heavy rainfall, and it is advised to avoid it.
How to reach: The nearest airport to Gangtok is Bagdogra Airport, and the nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri. The best option to reach Gangtok is choosing roads by rental cars, taxis and buses from the prime cities of neighbouring states.
Top attractions of Gangtok
• Rumtek Monastery Rumtek Monastery is the largest monastery in Sikkim and is surrounded by the beauty of the Himalayas. It is also known as Dharm Chakra Centre and is a must to visit for its beauty and peaceful environment.
• Ganesh Tok Ganesh Tok is a small temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha surrounded by Himalayas and a perfect view of Mt. Kachanjunga.
• Hanuman Tok Hanuman Tok is a bit away from Ganesha Tok, and this temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and maintained by the Indian Army. The temple gives a serene look to green valleys and Himalayan hills along with a Mt. Kanchanjunga view. It is believed by the Indian Army that Lord Hanuman helped them to stay on the Indo-China border.
• Tashi view point Tashi View Point is the picnic spot and gives the finest view of Mt. Kanchendzonga and other monasteries of Sikkim.
• Yumthang Lake Yumthang Lake is a beautiful lake and is considered a holy Lake for the people of Sikkim. Yak are seen here and you may enjoy the ride on Yak.
• Nathula border It is India India-China border maintained by the Indian army. Earlier, it was the silk route to Tibet and China and closed as a silk route but now as a post for the Indian army for the China border.
• Banjhakari waterfall Banjhakari waterfall is a park of waterfall which is a beautiful park decked with swimming pools, selfie points, fun activities for kids and many more. Here, you can enjoy a full day with your family and friends.
Best time to visit: March to June is suggested as the best time to experience Gangtok as the weather is cool and pleasant. Monsoon experiences heavy rainfall, and it is advised to avoid it.
How to reach: The nearest airport to Gangtok is Bagdogra Airport, and the nearest railway station is New Jalpaiguri. The best option to reach Gangtok is choosing roads by rental cars, taxis and buses from the prime cities of neighbouring states.