Places to Visit in Sikkim
Sikkim is one of the most beautiful places in the northeast part of India. It is gently tucked in the lap of Himalayas and the landscapes are neatly locked with immense natural beauty and amazements. It not only soothes your mind and soul, it feeds your adrenalin rush with different activities that the cliffs or the river offer you. You can experience beautiful flowers, amazing snowfalls, mesmerizing Kanchenjunga and many other beautiful sights as well here. If you spend few days in Sikkim, you would witness some of the most beautiful sights here, some of them are discussed here to increase your wanderlust.
1. Tsomgo Lake
Tsomgo lake is situated just 38km away from the Gangtok city and is one of the most favourite and stunning tourist attractions. The road to Tsomgo Lake is itself an adventurous one since it’s a snaky road through the high mountains and rocky paths. The main attarctions here are the migratory ducks that you get to see here, yaks and ponies ride and the beautiful flowers like Primulas, yellow and blue poppies and the Irish flowers. However, while visiting Tsomgo Lake you need to take only one precaution that you need to start early hence it takes almost 2 hour’s drive from Gangtok and you need to avoid any late night journey here.
2. Smile Land
Smileland is the ultimate party destination in the capital, Gangtok. It is an amusement park cum picnic spot at Namil which 12 km away from Gangtok. This place gives you an amazing experience and from children to adults, everybody has something to do here. You can splash, dive, play, relax and have fun. There are two different pools, one for children and one for the adults. The entire place is surrounded by beautiful nature like a river, vegetation, Sikkim Science Centre, Saramsa Garden which is another picnic spot and floriculture as well. SmileLand also provides you with their amazing hospitality, they have a hotel, swimming pool, and a spa. There are 12 cozy, spacious rooms with all modern facilities. So, you can have a day here with an amazing mountain view, chirping birds, pool, river and a lot of fun and relaxation.
3. Ban Jhakri Falls
Ban Jhakri Falls is the newest sightseeing attraction in Gangtok, it is 10-12 km away from Gangtok. It is mainly a waterfall which is falling from 40 feet in height with an incredible force and it is surrounded by different Sikkimese, Ban Jhakri, LyamLamayMangpas and Lepcha ancestors’ statues. There is a dragon also in the middle and other recreational activities and refreshment stalls are also there. Entry is free for all.
4. Ranka Monastery
Ranka Monastery which is also known as Lingdum Monastery, is the newest monastery in Gangtok and 20kms away from the Gangtok city. This place is famous for its spectacular view and peaceful atmosphere.
5. Rumtek Monastery
This monastery is located in Rumtek which is 23kms away from Gangtok and at the opposite of the hills. From the gate down, you would need to walk uphill about half a kilometer and from there you get an amazing view of the entire Gangtok and the mountains as well. The Rumtek monastery is specialized for its architecture which is one of the finest in the world and resembles the original one in Tsurphu, Tibet. This monastery belongs to the Kargyu section of Buddhists which was originated in the 12th century. This is absolutely one of the finest places to see in Gangtok.
Generally when people travel for adventure and actual sightseeing of that place, they prefer a good budget hotel so that they can maintain the comfort and budget at the same time. In Sikkim also, you have one of such option which is the best budget hotel in Rumtek, Sikkim. The name is Teen Taley. Teel Taley Resort is an amalgamation of a farmhouse and a resort where you can relax your body and mind with the crisp breeze and the chirping of morning birds. This beautiful and luxury budget hotel is located 18 km, or you can say 40 mins drive away from the Gangtok city, in a little outskirt of Gangtok.
Teen Taley is the pioneer in an eco-conscious resort, there are lush green gardens and sub-tropical forests amidst this luxurious resort. This cottage has spacious modernized rooms which are aesthetically designed to give you the comfort and the privacy. You get all the modern amenities and a private balcony just for your privacy. The main block also has a central kitchen and a dining lounge. In one word, this resort has ample space where you can roam as per your comfort and wish, you wake up to the birds’ chirps and take the hot sip of your favorite drink in your private balcony.
Don’t think much, make a wish and make a plan of visiting Gangtok. Beauty at its best and also enjoy the warm welcome and comforts of Teen Taley resort at the same time.
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