TOURIST PLACES

Sikkim is a very attractive hilly area, which always attracts

tourists with its amazing views. Sikkim is also world famous
for Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest peak. In this state,
nature has spent a lot of time in the state; tourists can see
beautiful hills, lakes, etc here.

1. Gangtok
Believe it or not, but resisting the alluring charm and appeal of Gangtok
is almost impossible for anyone! The capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok is
nestled in the Eastern Himalayas and is one of the kaleidoscopic tourist
destinations in the state.
Whether you are looking for serene beauty, lush forests, gurgling rivers or
mental peace, Gangtok travel packages will cuddle up your Sikkim holidays.
For nature lovers, a holiday in this scenic city is enough to fulfill all their
wishes. On the other hand, for adventure lovers, they can enjoy cable car
rides, river rafting, go for mountain biking and several other activities in
Gangtok.
2. Yuksom
Located in the Western parts of Sikkim, Yuksom is the origin of several
enthralling treks into the Himalayas or the magical Kanchenjunga. Once a
capital of Sikkim, this hamlet is more known for its pristine beauty and rustic
appeal.

Also known as the ‘Meeting place of Three Lamas’, this Sikkimese village has
recently started gaining tourism attention. Well, this is also the reason, you
can expect pristine beauty and untouched nature in Yuksom. Home to the
oldest monastery in Sikkim, this pictorial hamlet is one amongst the most
peaceful and serene places to visit in Sikkim.

3. Tsomgo Lake
Tsomgo Lake, also known as Tsomgo Lake or Changu Lake, is a glacial lake in the East Sikkim
district of the Indian state of Sikkim, some 40 kilometres from the capital Gangtok. Located at an
elevation of 3,753 m, the lake remains frozen during the winter season.

4. Nathula Pass
The once a part of the historic ‘Silk Road’, a visit to Nathu La is a must in any
of the Sikkim travel packages. One of the highest motorable pass in the
world, this amazing pass is located at a towering height of 4,310m above the
sea level and connects Sikkim with Tibet.

The pass is open to Indians; however, one has to obtain permission from the
tourism department in order to visit this pass. And for the foreign national,
they cannot make it to Nathu La.

-ARCHIT SACHDEVA