Where every mountain tells a story, and every breath feels like freedom

Watch the magic of the Himalayas when the sun rises over the Kanchenjunga range and the snow covered peaks slowly turn a pale pink and then a deeper orange against a bright cerulean sky. Along the hill slopes the multicoloured prayer flags snap in the breeze around small stupas as monks in saffron robes sway and chant mantras in remote monasteries. And the turbulent waters of the Rangit and Teesta rivers flow down the hill slopes, past forests and fields of wild flowers, creating waterfalls and lakes.

Sikkim is a magical land of hilly terrain and green valleys, encircled by the towering Himalayan ranges covered in perennial snow. This enchanting land is encircled by the highest Himalayan ranges dominated by the magnificent Kanchenjunga peak. The landscape is dotted with pine and birch forests, crystal clear lakes, silver waterfalls and fields of orchids and rhododendrons. Here the Buddhist faith is a part of people’s lives as melodic meditation chants float out into the silent air from Buddhist monasteries and there are brilliantly choreographed chaam dances at festivals that look like ancient paintings in vivid colours.

Sightseeing Places in Gangtok:

  • MG Marg: Clean, vehicle-free main street filled with shops, local food, and open-air cafes.
  • Tashi View Point: Famous spot to watch the sunrise over the snow-capped Himalayan peaks.
  • Gangtok Ropeway: Cable car ride giving an aerial view of the town and valleys.
  • Ganesh Tok & Hanuman Tok: Hilltop shrines offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
  • Banjhakri Falls: Water park and scenic waterfall surrounded by lush green gardens.
  • Rumtek Monastery: Large and peaceful Buddhist center located just outside the main town.
  • Enchey Monastery: 200-year-old holy site known for its golden cupola and prayer wheels.
  • Namgyal Institute of Tibetology: Museum and research center for Tibetan history, culture, and rare artifacts.

The following Do’s & Dont's can make your trip to Gangtok enjoyable

The DO's

  • Maintain peace in the monasteries.

The DONT's

  • Avoid unnecessary loud noises.
  • Avoid littering the environment.