Top Sights to Visit in Sikkim

Remote and high, Sikkim is abode to natural calm. This place is small yet ecstatic. One of the places with nature's beauty where you can explore lots and have an adventure. From the majestic mountains to the amazing valleys, the beautiful falls, and the meandering river, you have everything that a nature lover would look for.

With improving routes and betterment of the places, tourism has boosted in recent years.  With this many hotels and good accommodation, arrangements have been made for the safety and convenience of tourists. Find about Gangtok and Sikkim hotel price here.

Traveling to Sikkim will add to your delight and you will cherish memories long after. Below we listed the top places that you must not miss when you go visiting the beautiful state nestled in the northeastern part of India.

Gangtok

This is the capital with endless walking trails, gorgeous ambiance, and attractive nightlife. The top tourist spots to visit are the Kyongnosla  Falls,  Jhakri Falls, and Enchey Monastery. If you want some adventure. go paragliding and take the cable ride.

If you want to do some shopping, MG road is the heart of all merchants, locals, and tourists where you get versatile handicrafts and unique things to buy.

Pelling

Besides Gangtok, the most visited place in Pelling. With its rich wildlife and forests, you can feel connected to nature in many ways. Among the various tourist spots, the most popular ones are Sewaro Rock Garden, Sangachoeling Monastery, Singshore Bridge, Rimbi Waterfall, Kaluk, and Kanchenjunga Falls.

Tsomgo Lake

Just 38 km from the capital, Tsomgo lake is paradise. If you want to explore the eastern part of Sikkim, this site is a must-visit choice. You can see the migratory ducks, take a yak ride and witness stupendous bloom like primulas and poppies in their brightest colors.

Yuksom

An old town full of rich history, it has never-ending trails and beauty to memories you.  Some major tourist sites are Tashi Tenka, Norbugang Park, Dubdi Gompa, and the Khangchendzonga National Park.

Nathu La Pass

This has been used as the historic silk route between India and China.  Some of the best attractions are the war memorial, a center of an exhibition by the Indian Army, and Mount Chomolhari.

Lachung / Yumthang Valley / Zero Point

Lachung is a tourist destination in the northern part of Sikkim. Along with Yumthang, this place has gained popularity among tourists. Now, they have started including the  Zero point in their travel plan as well.

The three places have beautiful blooms, with Yumthang known as the valley of flowers.  Lachung is a small hilly hamlet, a peaceful place that attracts many tourists every year.  Adjacent to Lachung is the Shingba Rhodenderon Sanctuary, home of beautiful Rhododendrons.

Before reaching the Yumthang valley, you will come across a hot spring that has amazing remedial values. It is suggested to take a dip when you go there.  Just a few kilometers away there is a Shiva temple. 

The route from Yumthang valley to zero points is quite bumpy but filled with the sweet fragrance of Azalea flowers. The Zero point is close to the border between India and China and the place is snow-covered most of the year.

Lachen, Chopta valley, Gurudongmar Lake

Lachen is 120 kilometers away from Gangtok and on your way you can check out small villages that you will come across. With its unspoiled beauty, Lachen is quite appealing. There is a Gompa in it where the yak race is organized in the summers.

 Gurudongmar Lake is considered as a holy water body by both the Buddhists and Hindus. The road from Lachen to this lake steep and rocky and it takes around 4 hours to reach there.  Once you reach there you can witness the delightful snowy mountains. Located there is the Padmasambhava temple, an auspicious place where people visit.

While coming from Gurudongmar to Lachen, you can visit the Chopta valley. This is home to many wildflowers during spring and autumn and snowy during the winter.

Namchi

Located in the southern part of Sikkim, this is one of the most visited tourist spots. With its beautiful ambiance and natural assets, this place is a popular tourist attraction.

The principal tourist spots are Siddheswara Dhaam, Ralang Monastery, Namchi Monastery, and Tendong Hill. This happens to be one of the best places for shopping.

The popular Temi Tea Garden is adjacent to Namchi and usually, tourists include this place in their travel plan. If you happen to visit during February, you can witness the annual floral show.  

A visit to Sikkim will always remain in your nostalgia. What are you thinking? Once this pandemic and situation get better, plan a week to this exquisite place. This decision will ever disappoint you.

Before you go, do some internet search to find the best hotel for accommodation that suits your budget and conveniences. Check out some of the Gangtok hotels rates here.

Happy traveling!