Top 10 places to visit in sikkim

Sikkim is located in the Northeastern part of India, The state is famous for for is breathtaking admiring natural beauty including, gorgeous waterfalls, monasteries,high top mountain villages,lush green forest,alpine Meadows,lakes,snowcapped mountains and many more to attraction are in Sikkim. Here are some Top 10 places to visit in Sikkim,India. 

 1.Gangtok

Gangtok,sikkim

Gangtok is the capital of the mountainous northern Indian state of Sikkim. It is one of the top places to visit in Sikkim. Gangtok is a tibetan buddhist center and a base for hikires organizing permits and transport for trek through sikkim's Himalayan mountain ranges. The perfect place in Sikkim for nature lovers , the serene beauty of gangtok.lush green forest,  rivers and  mountainous area creates an beautiful surrounding that attracts visitors.

The best time to visit in Gangtok is between March to April, and October to November.

2.Yuksom 

Yuksom,sikkim

Yuksom is a historical town in  geyzing subdivision of West Sikkim district in the Northeast Indian state of Sikkim. It was sikkim's first capital. The place is known for its pristine beauty and also know as "the meeting place of three lamas" , this Sikkim village has start gaining visitor. This picturesque Hamlet is a pristine beauty with peaceful nature and surrounding. The main highlight of the town includes historical monuments, ancient monastery, tranquil waterfalls and serene lakes.

3.Tsmogo lake 

Tsmogo lake,sikkim

The tsomgo lake or changu lake located only 38km from sikkim's capital, Tsmogo lake located at an altitude of 12,400ft and it is one of the highest lake in India. The lake remains frozen during, summer brings in magical charm. It is during this time of the year, the turquoise water of the lake reflects the amazing view of the nearby peaks and the azure sky above.

4.Nathula pass 

Nathula pass,sikkim

The nathula pass offers splendid view of chumbi valley of tibet along with snow laden mountains. Driving here is a enjoyable time sometimes driving here is more enjoyable than visiting the destination. The picturesque landscapes of surrounding with snow capped mountain that creates an beautiful road to dive.

nathula pass is open for Indians; however, one has to obtain permission from the tourism department in order to visit this pass. And for the foreign nationals, they cannot  make it to nathu la.

                         5.Pelling 

Pelling town,sikkim

Pelling town is the beautiful town that offers an amazing view of the Himalayas and kanchenjunga peak, the town located at an elevation of 7,200 ft above the sea level this scenic town is bestowed with several waterfalls,breath taking views, natural beauty, gorgeous bridges , monasteries and there are many adventures option like rafting,kayaking,trekking, mountain biking etc. 

6.Lachung 

Lachung,sikkim

Lachung is the place you fall in love with it's beauty Sikkim is all about natural breathtaking beauty. While its located at an enthralling height of 8,610 ft makes it an popular snow destination in Sikkim. This scenic charming beautiful tourist place in Sikkim. The place is known for lachung chu River and lachung gompa, it is known for its popular tall dark mountains, meandering glacial river, gushing waterfall and fruit orchards.

7.Ravangla 

Ravangla,sikkim

Ravangla is one of the most visited tourist attraction in Sikkim. Nestled at amidst, the maenam and tendong hills. A scenic town between Gangtok and pelling,  ravangla is   famous its temples, monasteries, picturesque tea gardens, exotic flaura and fauna, sightseeing spots, snow mountains, gushing waterfall and adventure spot. Ravangla hill town hosts  some of  the popular treks of Sikkim.

More popular as a paradise for bird watchers, it is home to some of the most rate or endangered birds in the world.

8.Rumtek Monastery

Rumtek monastery,sikkim

Counted amongst the largest monasteries in Sikkim, Rumtek monastery  is one of the oldest monastery in the state. This buddhist monastery is located near Gangtok and is also known as the 'Dharma chakra center'. It is a perfect place to attain mental peace and to know more about Buddhism.the main highlights of the place are Golden stupa at the monastery, mystical ancient relics and down the hill river.

9.Namchi

Namchi,sikkim

Namchi means "top of the sky" the places is located around 92km from Gangtok and at an height of 1,675 m above the sea level, it is one of the gorgeous city in the state Sikkim. Namchi is known for its breathtaking admiring beauty and serenity, More than tourism namchi is an pilgrimage centre for the buddhists. The city also has 108ft Lord Shiva statue and is visited large number of Hindu devotes as well. 

10.Zuluk

Zuluk,sikkim

Zuluk village  touching a towering height 10,000ft. Zuluk is one of the least discovered destination in Sikkim. Located on ancient silk route this Sikkim village, takes pride of being a vintage point to enjoy scenic panoramic view of the mt.kanchenjunga. at 11,200 feet, Thambi view point near zuluk offers a panaromic view of mount kanchenjunga.

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