Sikkim boasts breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Here are 8 must-visit places to add to your Sikkim itinerary:
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Gangtok: Gangtok offers a panoramic view of the Kanchenjunga range and is a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. Explore MG Marg and visit the Rumtek Monastery
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Tsomgo Lake: Located 38 km from Gangtok, Tsomgo Lake is a glacial marvel surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Take a ride around the lake and enjoy the serene atmosphere
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Yumthang Valley: Located in North Sikkim, Yumthang Valley is a breathtaking destination famous for its stunning natural beauty, hot springs, and pasture on rolling meadows
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Gurudongmar Lake: Located at 17,800 feet, Gurudongmar Lake is one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. The lake's blue water remains unfrozen even in extreme temperatures
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Lachung: This picturesque mountain village is famous for its stunning natural beauty, apple orchards, and the 19th-century Lachung Monastery
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Pelling: A small town at the foothills of Kanchenjunga, Pelling offers unrivalled views of the mountain range. Visit the Pemayangtse Monastery, Khecheopalri Lake, and the Rabdentse Ruins
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Ravangla: Ravangla is a charming village with stunning views of Greater Himalayas. Visit the Buddha Park, featuring a 130-foot statue of Buddha, and explore the tea garden