DESTINATION TO WEST SIKKIM

Must Visit Places in West Sikkim

Pelling

Situated in the West of Sikkim, Pelling lies at a distance of 115 km. from Gangtok East Sikkim. Snow - covered peaks of Kanchenjunga range can be best ever viewed from this tiny Hamlet. Tranquil environment and picturesque setting of this enchanting town lures thousands of tourists from all across the country.

Following are some of the major tourist attractions of Pelling West Sikkim, India :

• Pemayangtse Monastery - One of the oldest and most important monasteries of Sikkim, the Pemayangtse Monastery lies at a distance of 2 km. from Pelling. Perched at a hill top above the Rangit River, the Monastery is surrounded with thick woods and mesmerizing views of the snow clad mountains. Statue of Padmasambhava ( main Lord of Tibetan Buddhism ), ancient sculptures, scriptures and paintings, beautiful Thangkas and murals in the Monastery are worth taking a look.

Pemayangtse Monastery

• Khecheopalri Lake - Highly revered lake by the Sikkimese Buddhists, the Khecheopalri Lake is lies at a distance of 28 km. from pelling. The miraculous part of the lake is that it remains perfectly clean in spite of being surrounded by thick forest. Not even a single leaf can be seen floating on the surface of the lake. There you get lots of fishes , you must feed them willing. The local Sikkimese people often visit the lake to pray and get their wishes fulfilled. The nearby Khecheopalri Gompa and a holy cave is worth visiting by tourists.

Khecheopalri Lake

• Rabadantse Ruins - Former capital of Sikkim, India, It was destroyed by the Nepalese Invaders during 18th. The town and it's Royal palace now lies in ruins, close to the Pemayangtse Monastery. It is surrounded with thick forest cover , spectacular views of the Kanchenjunga range and extensive scenic beauty, a visit to the Rabadantse Ruins is a must when you are in Pelling.

Rabadantse Ruins

• Singapore Bridge - It is situated at 5 km. from Pelling, the Singshore Bridge is the 2nd highest hanging bridge in Asia connecting two mountains. Feel of the swing across the bridge as you walk along combined with some mind boggling sights around - make your visit to this bridge a memorable experience.

Singshore Bridge

• Dentam Valley - It is located at a distance of 20 km. from Pelling, Dentam Valley is scenic site which is surrounded by with forests of Rhododendrons. Mt. Kanchenjunga and other Eastern Himalayan peaks seem to be just a feet away from this place. For trekkers, nature enthusiasts and bird watchers, Dentam Valley makes for a perfect spot near Pelling to enjoy nature at it's best. The " Sangay Waterfalls " enroute to Dentam Valley is another scenic spot to stop by for a couple of hours.

Dentam Valley

Yuksom

Yuksom

The unspoilt natural charm, peaceful setting and an insulated mountains air, makes Yuksom an ideal holiday destination for people seeking extreme quiet and solitude. Apart from the tranquility and serenity, Yuksom also offers a plethora of trekking options and hence, it is visited by umpteen numbers of trekkers from all across the world. Some of famous treks in Sikkim including the Kanchenjunga, Dzongri, and Goecha La treks start from this quai t little village of Yuksom. 

Here are some of the major tourist attractions places in Yuksom, West Sikkim , India :

• Dubdi Monastery - It is located at a distance of 3 km. from Yuksom and perched on top of a hill, this is the oldest Monastery of Sikkim. The Dubdi Monastery is also a part of the Buddhist pilgrimage circuit along with Tadhiding Monastery in Yuksom and Pemayangtse Monastery in Pelling. Statues of 3 lamas who established Yuksom, old prayer wheels, Thangkas paintings and rare manuscripts and religious texts are main attractions of this Monastery.

Dubdi Monastery

Tashiding Monastery - Another of the holiest monasteries of Sikkim, the Tashiding Monastery lies at a distance of around 15 - 20 km. from Yuksom. Scenic beauty and serenity offered in the vicinity of the monastery makes it a pleasant place to be visited by tourists. With everything seeming to be same as that of other Buddhist monasteries, it still has that magic and an aura that cannot be described in words.

Tashiding Monastery 

Kanchenjunga National Park - The park is a must visit for the natural lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. Home to numerous glaciers, huge variety of flora and fauna, rare varieties of birds and many wild animals like snow leopards, musk deer, red panda and Himalayan black beer; a visit to the Kanchenjunga National Park requires special permissions from the State Tourism Department or the Wildlife Education and Interpretation Centre in Yuksom.

Kanchenjunga National Park

Norbugang Park - Holding a great religious significance for Buddhists, the park is visited by many Buddhist pilgrims and devotees. Norbugang is considered to be the birthplace of Sikkim where it is believed that three lamas met and spread Buddhism. The Norbugang Park is the home to the famous "Coronation Throne of Norbugang" where, as per the Buddhist beliefs, the first Chogyal or chief of Sikkim was crowned. Norbugang Stupta, a large prayer wheel and Kathok Lake are some of the additional attractions of this place.

Norbugang Park