Here are The Best Places to visit in Sikkim :

 

About Sikkim

Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim. In the northeast part of India Sikkim is located. This place has amazing beauty, ancient monuments, dense forests, and amazing waterfalls. This place is surrounded by hills. You can feel peace and relaxation here. This place attracts thousands of tourists every year from around the world. You can visit beautiful places here like Tsomgo Lake, Yuksom, Nathula Pass and Rumtek Monastery, etc. Sikkim is one of the most famous tourist places in India.

Tourist destinations of Sikkim

1. TSOMGO LAKE

This lake is 40 kilometers away from Gangtok. This lake is also known as Changu Lake. During different seasons its surface water shows different colors. On the banks of Tsomgo Lake, you can enjoy yak rides. It is also famous as one of the highest lakes in India. Must visit this place when you visit Sikkim.

2. NATHULA PASS

This place is 56 kilometers away from Gangtok. In 1962 due to the war between India and China, this pass was closed but In 2006 this pass was reopened. Only Indian tourists are allowed to go to Nathula Pass. Must visit this place, it’s also one of the most famous tourist places in Sikkim.

3. YUKSOM

This place means ‘Meeting Place Of Three Lamas’. In the western part of Sikkim, this place is situated. It is a very beautiful and historical town. Must visit this place. This place holds great importance from a religious point of view.

4. NAMCHI

The place is located about 75 kilometers away from Gangtok. This place means Peak Of The Sky. Many religious and historical places are located here. In the middle of the Himalayan Mountain Range, this place is situated. Must visit this place if you’re visiting this place.

5. Pelling

This place is located 130 kilometers away from Gangtok. You can visit many temples, monasteries, and amazing waterfalls here.
This place is full of natural beauty. Must visit this place when you visit Sikkim.

6. YUMTHANG VALLEY

This place is situated 135 kilometers away from Gangtok. This place is enriched with natural beauty. The amazing place is surrounded by huge hills and snowy peaks. This place is also known as the Valley Of Flowers. Here you can see many varieties of fauna and flora. Must visit this beautiful place.

7. LACHUNG

It is a small town situated on the banks of the Lachung River. It is situated close to Tibet Border. Here you can see beautiful waterfalls and flower gardens. Apart from this, it is the best place for photography. Must visit this place when you visit Sikkim.

8. GURUDONGMAR LAKE

It is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Sikkim. Guru Padmasambhava was the founder of Buddhism, this place is named after him. In both Buddhism and Sikhism, this place holds great importance. It is famous as one of the highest lakes on the earth. Must visit this beautiful lake in Sikkim.

9. KANCHENJUNGA NATIONAL PARK

This park is located 122 kilometers away from Gangtok. Over an area of 1484 square kilometers, this national park is spread. Here you can see vast verities of Flora and fauna. This place is named after Kangchenjunga Peak. Here you can see a red panda. Must visit this amazing park with your family and friends. The beautiful park is one of the top tourist places in Sikkim.

10. GOTCHA LA

It is a famous place for hiking. It is one of the most famous places in Sikkim. Adventure lovers must visit this place. It is a Himalayan Mountain pass located in Sikkim. It is also famous for trekking. Must visit this place when you visit Sikkim.

These are the top 10 tourist places of Sikkim.