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East Sikkim

Rangpo

Rangpo is a border town of Sikkim, close to the West Bengal border. Teesta river runs along with the town, which is one of the main rivers.

Zuluk

Situated at a height of 10,100ft on the tough territory of lower Himalayas in East Sikkim, Zuluk or Dzuluk is a small town next to a winding street.

Ranipool

Ranipool is a small rural town located close to Gangtok in the East Sikkim region of the Indian territory of Sikkim. It is 12 km from Gangtok town.

Kupup

Kupup located at the altitude of 13,000 feet gives marvelous views of the famous Elephant Lake, got the name from its shape that looks like an elephant.

Aritar

Aritar is a town in Eastern Sikkim & a comfortable retreat into the forests for the off-beat traveler where the wealth of nature, & ancient monasteries.

Tashi View Point

This charming little Tashi View Point is a perfect place to witness the brilliant surroundings like mountains, valleys, and Gangtok itself.

Bakthang Waterfall

Bakthang Waterfall is on the way to the famous Tashi View Point and though the latter attracts tourists by the thousands, the former is as arresting.

Do Drul Chorten Stupa

The Do Drul Chorten, an enormous stupa in Gangtok town was built in 1946 by a teacher of the 14th Dalai Lama, Trulshik Rinpoche.

Enchey Monastery

Strategically rested on a magnificent ridge in the north of Gangtok, the Enchey Monastery (meaning solitary) lives up to its name.

Ridge Park

Ridge Park is floral heaven stretched of the road exactly above the Town and if you’re into floriculture, an hour or two will fly by in the blink of an eye.

Ganesh Tok

Sikkim is a vast canvas for any aspiring photographer and Ganesh Tok offers some of the most beautiful landscapes in the region.

Gonjang Monastery

For those who have risked the slopes, enjoy the natural beauty of Sikkim, the Gonjang Monastery will turn out to be the ideal end to a fruitful day.

Jawaharlal Nehru Botanical Garden

The Jawaharlal Nehru Botanical Garden is perfectly beautiful and its wave-like elevation only adds to its natural attraction.

Lake Menmecho

Whether it’s due to minerals in the lake bed or a trick of the light, Lake Menmecho shimmers with different shades depending on the time of day.

Lingdum Monastery

Though Lingdum Monastery is a fairly new addition to Sikkim’s collection of monasteries, it certainly takes away the reward for being the most scenic of all.

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

A trip to Sikkim is not complete without a live history lesson at the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (NIT), where gain a better understanding of Buddhism.

Saramsa Garden

Constructed in 1922, Saramsa Garden was established to produce fruits for the colonial officers and the Namgyal Royal Family.

Thakurbari Temple

Thakurbari Temple in the heart of Gangtok is evidence to the fact that the Chogyals, monarchs of the former kingdom, were tolerant of other religions.

Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple

In a land where faith is part of the social fabric, Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple stands out as a peaceful shrine for people from all walks of life.

Gangtok

Surrounded by clouds and a panoramic view of the Kanchenjunga, the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok is located on a ridge at a height of 5500 feet.

Tsomgo Lake

Tsomgo lake is oval in shape, covered by mountains on all sides. It is having an area of 60 acres and that makes it one of the biggest lakes.

Rumtek Monastery

Among all the monasteries of India, Rumtek Monastery plays an important role, not only for Buddhism, but also in the political world of the monks.

Nathula Pass

Nathula pass is one of the most viewed passes of the Himalayan region across India and it is one of the most ancient and historic pass too.

Nathang Valley

Nathang Valley shows its golden view in autumn, rhododendron flowers in spring & 16,000 feet high covered with 5 feet of snow in winter.

Himalayan Zoological Park

In Himalayan Zoological Park you can find Himalayan Red pandas climbing the trees. They are very much friendly & wish to come closer to you.

Hanuman Tok

Tok in the local language of Sikkim means temple & hence Hanuman Tok means Hanuman Temple. The place is a great location & great interest for the tourists.

Banjhakri Waterfalls

Banjhakri Waterfalls is a great waterfall that you will find in the city of Gangtok and you will face that while you reach the monastery of ranka from the place. It is having a beautiful 100 feet high waterfall with gorgeous sounds and a beautiful lake with a dragon on it. You and your family will enjoy here a lot as you walk along the light forest all around and the beautiful waterfall surrounded with lakes.