West Sikkim
Sikkim
West Sikkim
West Sikkim, a very popular tourist destination for the lovers of Mount Kanchenjunga, offers a spectacular view of this majestic mountain. Sharing the international boundary with Nepal, the Region of the west Sikkim is not only famous for the mesmerizing nature’s view but also for the religious activities. The west region of the Sikkim is the home to a few of the oldest Monasteries of the Buddhism faith in the world. The ancient religious importance of the place and the enchanting view of the landscape make this beautiful land a must visit place for the nature lover tourists and spiritual seekers.
The outstanding view of the southeastern side of the Mt. Kangchenjunga is what attracting tourists from various corner of the world to this place. The beautiful natural surroundings with the peaceful and tranquil ambiance are very hypnotizing and refreshing to the mind, body and soul. The oldest monasteries like the Sangachoeling Monasteries and the Pemayansgtse Monasteries are the prime religious places which attract Buddhism followers and other religious followers alike for the immense mental peace. The dense forest and a holy Kchehepalri Lake in between are also the great attractions in the West Sikkim for the tourists and devotees.
Pelling:
Emerging as the best tourism destination in the Sikkim, the Pelling offers you the breathtaking views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and the other adjacent mountain ranges. The beautiful natural locations of the Pelling are the big attractions for the nature-loving tourists. The tourist spots in the Pelling are easily accessible through the array of well-maintained roads. The town of Pelling is around 125 km from the capital city of Gangtok and around 133 km from the Siliguri, a famous city in West Bengal. Situated at the altitude of around 6800 ft, the Pelling is a perfect gateway for the nature trek with the amazing sight of the numerous waterfalls, quaint villages, pleasing environment, and the good trek routes. Due to the historical importance and rich cultural and traditional values, the Pelling is the most sought-after destination by the tourists with similar interests. Apart from the Khangchendzonga, the town has beautiful mountain peaks such as Koktang, Kabru, Kumbhakarna, Rathong, Dom, Pandim, Jopuno, Simvo, Narsing, Sinoulchu and others. The Pemayangste monastery is around 1 km from the town and the Sanga Choling Monastery is around 40 min further trek, which is one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim. There are better facilities for tourists in the Pelling than the other destinations in the west Sikkim like the excellent Hotels, Lodges, Restaurants and easy conveyance.
