The beautiful 1 km long, Tsomgo Lake is situated 35 km away from Gangtok on the old trading route from India to China. This lake has religious significance for the people of Sikkim and an ancient Shiva temple is ... Read full description of Tsomgo Lake
Regarded as the most important 'stupa' of Sikkim, the Do-Drul Chorten stupa was built in 1945 by Trulshi Rimpoche, head of the Nyingma order of Tibetan Buddhism.
Approximately two hundred years old, the Enchey Monastery situated on a hill top is an important seat of the Nyingma order. The name 'Enchey Monastery' means 'the Solitary temple'.
A visit to the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology is a great way to get acquainted with Tibetan culture. Regarded as the highest seat of learning amongst the Mahayana scholars, this Institute was built in 1958 and is a famous global ... Read full description of Namgyal Institute
A small Ganesh temple just next to the television tower on the hill is popularly known as Ganesh Tok. It is just 7 km from the heart of the Gangtok city at an altitude of 6,500 mt. The temple can ... Read full description of Ganesh Tok
About 11 km from the Gangtok city is Hanuman Tok, dedicated to Lord Hanuman is situated, which is managed by the Indian Army. In the vicinity is the royal cremation ground of Lukshyama. The last rites of the Namgyal dynasty ... Read full description of Hanuman Tok
Constructed by the erstwhile King of Sikkim, Tashi Namgyal, panoramic Tashi Viewpoint is set in the midst of beautiful scenic views, and is the perfect place to look at the abundant natural panoramic bounty of Sikkim. On clear days, ... Read full description of Tashi Viewpoint
About 20 km from Gangtok, the Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is known for a variety of flora and fauna, including some rare varieties of orchids and rhododendron. Keep your eyes peeled to see the rare Red panda, civet cat, bear ... Read full description of Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary
Buddhism has been a mainstay in Sikkim and of the numerous monasteries built here, Phensong Monasery is one of the oldest. It was constructed in 1721 during the reign of Jigme Pawo and follows the Nyingmapa order of the Tibetan ... Read full description of Phensong Monasery
About 17 km from Gangtok, on the highway is Kabi Lungchok, a place of significance as the union of Bhutia chief Khey-Bum-Sar and Lepcha chief Te-Kung-Tek was ceremonially signed here. To mark the occasion, a huge stone pillar and ... Read full description of Kabi Lungchok
The Deorali Orchid Sanctuary is situated next to the Namgyal Institute. It is famous for its rare and extensive collection of orchids; about 200 of the 454 species of orchid found in Sikkim can be seen here.
The foundation stone of the Institute of Tibetology was laid in 1957 by the 14th Dalai Lama. It houses the huge collection of rare Sanskrit, Lepcha and Tibetan manuscripts, sculptures and Thankas. There are many treasured artifacts and Buddhist icons. ... Read full description of Instutute of Tibetology
The
literal meaning of 'Pemayangtse' is a 'Perfect Sublime Lotus'. This highly
revered monastery is built at a height of 2085 m and is located 6 km from
Geyzing. Constructed out of wood, the Pemayangtse Monastery looks ... Read full description of Pemayangtse Monastery
The second capital of the old kingdom of Sikkim, Rabdentse Ruins until 1814 A.D and is situated close to Pemayangste Monastery. The amazing ruins are known for panoramic views of the Kanchenjunga Mountains. To reach the ruins, one needs to ... Read full description of Rabdentse Ruins
