Eastern Himalayas

Book a Tour to Gangtok

GANGTOK : The capital of Sikkim.

Gangtok, has emerged into the mainstream of the Tourism Industry, with more and more tourist visiting this little Himalayan state every year. Gangtok has developed into a cosmopolitan flavour where old-world charm and hospitality exist along with the Internet Age.

With different cultures and religion existing in perfect harmony, Gangtok has shown that "Unity in Diversity" exists in Sikkim. Sikkimese have strong bonding with their age-old traditions and customs. However, a quick survey of Gangtok shows that the bubble of modernization has burst with a bang in the town. The capital is definitely not behind the rest of the world in terms of urbanization - Broad roads, flyovers, posh markets, state-of-art hospital, educational institutes, fast food outlets, discothues, and all other modern amenities that the heart can desire for.
Nearest Airport Bagdogra.

Prime Sites :

Rumtek Monastery - 24 kms from Gangtok, a drive through beautiful countryside takes one to Rumtek Dharma Chakra Centre built in 1960's by His Holiness the late 16th Gyalwa Karmapa when he took refuge in Sikkim after the Chinese attack. It is an excellent replica of the original Kagyu headquarters in Tibet. It houses some of the world's most unique art objects, ancient manuscripts and icons.

Tsuklakhang - The Royal Chapel, is within the palace grounds. It is the principal place of worship and assembly and the repository of a vast collection of Buddhist scriptures.

Changu Lake - With an average depth of 50 ft, this lake is situated at an altitude of 12,000 ft on the Gangtok - Nathu-la highway. Cameras are not allowed to carry on this route.

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Book a Tour to Pemyangste/Pelling

PELLING / PEMYANGSTE :

A visit to this calm & quiet place united with the nature will create an unforgettable memory of your because this place will offer you an enchanting view of Mt. Kanchendzonga Range from a very close distance. A short trail to Sangachoeling Monastery and Pemyangste, another important monastery in the region will take you into the world of Himalayan Buddhism. This place also offers you the scope to visit more virgin places like Tashiding & Yuksum. Pemayangtse Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries in the State. Originally established by Lhatsun Chempo, one of the revered Lamas to have performed the consecration ceremony of the first Chogyal (Religious Monarch) of Sikkim.

Prime Sites :

Sanga Choling Monastery - One of the oldest gompas in Sikkim. This gompa is another of Lhatsun Chenpo's creations, and is highly venerated among the Nyingmapa. Gutta by fire, it has been rebuilt and houses some of the original clay statues.

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Book a Tour to Kalimpong

KALIMPONG :

Kalimpong is a small hill station between Siliguri and Gangtok. Like the other hill towns, Kalimpong bears a name of historic significance. Once the headquarters of a Bhutanese Governor, the word 'Kalim' means King's Minister and 'pong' - the stronghold hence the stronghold of the King's minister. Nearest rail head is New Jalpaiguri. 53 kms from Darjeeling at an altitude of 1219 M lies Kalimpong.

Situated at an altitude of 1250 metres, it enjoys temperate climate throughout the year. Somewhat secluded and tucked away in the corner under big Darjeeling umbrella, Kalimpong offers a quiet and relaxed holiday, against the backdrop of the Kanchenjunga.

The name, Kalimpong, has three different origins. One, it means the place where the local tribesmen gathered to organize field sports, second, it takes its name from the Bhutanese kings ministers stronghold and thirdly, it is named after Kaulim, a fibrous plant found in abundance in this region.

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Book a Tour to Lachung

Lachung :

Lachung is an idyllic valley surrounded by mist-shrouded mountains and great water falls. Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary located in Lachung is noted for its abundance of Rhododendron tree.

It is evening by the time you reach Lachung at a height of 8610 ft, one of the most exquisite villages in the valleys of North Sikkim. With resplendent snow-capped mountains, dazzling waterfalls and sparkling streams, Lachung has been described as the "most picturesque village of Sikkim" by none other than Joseph Salton Hooker in his definitive, The Himalayan Journal (1855).

Prime Sites :

Yumthang-Valley - 145 km form Gangtok. North Sikkim plays a vital role in Sikkim tourism. It is called as the flower valley, replete with 500 waterfalls, hot springs, glaciers, and the majestic snow covered Himalayas. All these make North Sikkim a heaven in earth. A typical North Sikkim tour starts from Gangtok then via Kabi Lungtsok 23 km, Phodong 40 km, Mangan 67 km, Singhik 72 km, Chungthang 98 km, Lachung 117 km to 141 km away flower valley Yumthang. On the way lies Singhba Rhododendron Sanctuary and Kanchandzonga National Park.

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