SIKKIM - INSIGHT

                                                         




                                   

           

           PLACES  TO  VISIT  IN  SIKKIM


TSOMGO  LAKE

Tsomgo lake which is located just 38 km away from the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok, is among the most popular tourist places in Sikkim. A snaky road through rocky mountain topography and strident mountains which takes you to the Tsomgo Lake is a lot of adventure in itself. If you are looking for best places to visit in East Sikkim then, you must explore this place on your trip.

Key Attractions:

• Migratory ducks like the Brahmini

• The beautiful flowers such as Primulas, Blue and Yellow Poppies, and Irish

• Yaks and ponies ride

Precautions: Start early to avoid late night travel; and roads are not properly laid out

How to reach: A cab ride from Gangtok will take 2 hours for you to reach almost all Sikkim tourist places

Best time to visit: Jan to Mar for snow; April to May for Rhododendrons and Orchids; and Oct to Dec.

NATHULA PASS

 

 

Nathula pass located in the Himalayas, connects India with Tibet is considered to be amongst the best places to visit in Sikkim Gangtok. The pass, at 4,310 m above sea level forms a part of a side-shoot of the prehistoric silk road. Definitely one of the places to visit in Sikkim without fail.

Key Attractions:

• Yak safari

• Border Gates of India and China

• A beautifully built war memorial

• Exhibition Centre of the Indian Army

• Mt Chomolhari

Precautions: Oxygen levels are low; and there could be traffic jams due to adverse weather conditions

How to reach:
Road 4 to 5 hours by bus from the east of Gangtok (54 km)
Train Nearest railhead is Siliguri, 165 km away, and takes 4.5 hours by taxi.
Flight Nearest airport is Pakyong airport.

When to visit Nathula: May and October; Opens for Indians only from Wednesday to Sunday

 

 Gangtok
 

Gangtok is the capital city of Sikkim and has loads of gems in its kitty; you would be awestruck by the never ending walking trails, gorgeous silver-fir trees and most importantly the hospitality by the locals. Make sure it is on your list of places to visit in Sikkim.

Key Attractions:

• Paragliding in the valley

• Jhakri Falls and Kyongnosla Water Falls

• Yak ride

• Lively nightlife

• Snowcapped ranges of Mt Kachendzonga

• Bird eye view from the ropeway

• Enchey Monasteryoiuh

How to reach: Take a cab for 148 km from New Jalpaiguri railway station. The nearest airport is Pakyong airport.

Best time to Visit: October to June

Pelling

 

Second most-visited attraction after Gangtok, Pelling will sweep you away with its lush forests and varied wildlife. Since it is a small town, you can easily discover it on foot. It provides a plenty of sightseeing opportunities.

Key Attractions:

• Sangachoeling Monastery
• Sewaro Rock Garden
• Singshore Bridge
• Rimbi Waterfall
• Kanchenjunga Fall
• Kaluk

Precaution: Even though the road conditions are fine, it is best to take a sumo vehicle to reach here.
How to reach: Pakyong Airport is the nearest airport from Pelling and New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (152 km) is the nearest railway station.
Best time to visit: Mid February to June