Sikkim

Sikkim Travel Information

Dzongri - East Himalayas' most popular trek  Dzongri in Sikkim is one of the most popular treks in the Himalayan region. Trekkers compare this place to a divine amphitheatre that provides spell...

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Namchi - The District Capital of South Sikkim  Namchi is the district headquarters of South Sikkim, located at a distance of 78 km and 100 km from Gangtok and Siliguri respectively; it is also...

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Lachung - On your way to Yumthang valley  At an altitude of 8610 feet, Lachung is one of the northern most villages in Sikkim. The small sleepy village has woken up only recently to cater to the...

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Gangtok - Capital of Sikkim Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim and lies in the eastern part of the state with a population of around 50,000. It is an important tourist centre and gateway to other tourist...

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East Sikkim East Sikkim is the gateway to other parts of Sikkim and has its headquarters at Gangtok. All important administrative, social, financial and political machinery of the state is located in...

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North Sikkim Exquisite, thrilling and vibrant: these are the three words that describe North Sikkim. It offers adventurers and nature lovers with a vast treasure of alpine beauty; valleys covered with...

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Pelling - West Sikkim  In the early 90’s, Pelling used to be a small village surrounded by dense forests and frequented by wildlife. The beauty of the place has made Pelling one of the most...

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Ravangla - The quaint hill station Ravangla is a small hamlet located in a ridge between Mainam and Tendong at an elevation of 8,000 feet. It is covered with dense forest inhabited by many Himalayan...

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Rumtek Monastery - The Religious symbol of Sikkim The Rumtek Dharma Chakra Centre (Rumtek Monastery), perched above a hill top, at a distance of 24 km from Gangtok, was the result of a vision that the...

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South Sikkim - Mysterious hills and rivers South Sikkim is located at an altitude that ranges from 400m to 2000m and Namchi is the district headquarters. Namchi is located 90 km from Gangtok and 100...

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Tsongo Lake - Mystical and sacred The Tsongo Lake (pronounced Chhangu) is one of the most popular tourist places in Sikkim; it is located at a very high altitude - 4000 meters or 12,000 feet. It is...

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West Sikkim - Wild and picturesque Geyzing is the head quarter of West Sikkim district. A favorite place among trekkers for its high elevation, monasteries and the ethereal Khecheopalri Lake. Pelling,...

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Yuksom - Historical hamlet Yuksom was the capital of the erstwhile kingdom of Sikkim when the Chogyals ruled the land. According to historical records, the first Chogyal of Sikkim was crowned in 1642...

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