Gangtok

Sky-high mountain passes, Majestic Kanchenjunga, stunning glacial lakes, lush forests, alluring trekking trails and monasteries wreathed with clouds- Gangtok is certainly an exhilarating ride in the mountains. Its bustling MG Road with its quaint cafes & colorful shops depicts its pulsating energy; the beautiful monasteries & temples on the ridge bring out its spiritual face and the gorgeous vistas capture the romance of Gangtok.

Major Attractions

Rumtek Monastery
Sikkim’s largest monastery, Rumtek, was built in 1740 and rebuilt in 1979. The monastery is home to several Buddhist scrolls & artifacts including the relics of the 16th Karmapa that are enshrined in the golden stupa.

Tsomgo Lake
An exhilarating 2 hour drive from Gangtok takes you to this gorgeous lake perched at 12,000ft in the mountains. Enjoy the stunning scenery, visit the pretty lakeside temple and go for a Yak ride at Lake Tsomgo.

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology
Resplendent in white, red and gold with a forest glade setting, this building resembles a Tibetan dream palace. Established in 1958 to preserve Tibetan art and culture, this institute also houses a distinctive collection of statues, coins, masks, Thangkas, Tibetan art work and ancient manuscripts.

Do Drul Chorten
Built in 1945 by Trulshik Rinpoche, these striking white stupas with their gold plated spires are simply a thing of beauty. Ringed with 108 prayer wheels, the stupas depict serenity and spirituality.

Hanuman Tok
Dedicate to the Hindu Monkey God and managed by the Indian army, this temple denotes spirituality amidst breathtaking panorama.

Phurchachu Hot Springs
These hot springs near the sacred caves of Gangtok are much visited by locals & travelers alike for their holy beliefs and their healing touch.?

Tashi View Point
This is the best place to enjoy gorgeous sunrises & sunsets and gaze at the majestic Kanchenjunga. A hangout for nature lovers, photographers and tourists, Tashi View Point is must do in Gangtok.

Adventure in Gangtok
Alluring forest trails, panoramic camping sites and the roaring waters of Teesta offer many opportunities for trekking, camping and white-water rafting. Also be sure to try the exciting Yak rides in Gangtok.

Major Attractions

• Banjhakri Falls
• Seven Sister Waterfalls
• Enchey Monastery
• Himalayan Zoological Park
• Tsuklakhang Monastery

Excursions from Gangtok
Nathu La Pass- A precarious mountain pass on the Indo-China border, Nathu La offers stunning views of majestic mountains and lush valley sprawled at your feet. Watching dawn break at Nathu La is a magical sight.

Gangtok is often used as base for visiting nearby places in Sikkim and West Bengal.

Darjeeling (98kms), Kalimpong (75kms), Kanchenjunga National Park (46kms) and Namchi (80kms) may be visited from Gangtok.

Fairs & Festivals of Gangtok

• Loosong Festival, Rumtek Monastery- Bhutia Tribe New Year
• Saga Dawa Festival- celebrating Lord Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and nirvana
• International Flower Festival- Showcasing the native flowers of Sikkim

Food in Gangtok
Gangtok is a perfect place for the foodies. An assorted range of flavors from momos & Thupkas to Chhurp & Phagshapa and Gundruk & Seal Roti; the food is simply amazing.

Shopping in Gangtok
Traditional Sikkimese porcelain cups, bamboo & cane handicrafts, Tibetan curios, colorful prayer flags, and Khukri(curved Nepali knife) are some of the traditional buys from the local markets of Gangtok.

Best Time to Visit
An escape from the scorching summers and the realm of snow in winters; Gangtok is a destination for all seasons. The peak season in summers is from March to June and in winters from October to December.

How to Reach
By Air- The closest airport, Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal, is around 124 kilometers from Gangtok.
By Rail: The nearest railhead located in New Jalpaiguri, around 117 km away from Gangtok, is connected to major Indian cities.
By Road: Gangtok is connected with major cities in the area through a network of roads & highways.

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