Sikkim

1. Tsomgo Lake: Popularly known as the Changu Lake, it is located at a height of around 3800 m. The view of the lake is divine. On the banks of the lake you will get hot momos served with a tangy sauce which will help you to warm up in the chilling cold weather.   You will also get tea and coffee to enjoy the numbing cool breeze. It is one of the most visited places in Sikkim. The other beautiful lakes worth visiting are Lampokari lake, Manmecho lake, Khecheopalri lake and Gurudongmar lake.

2. Teesta River: This beautiful river starts in Sikkim and flows to our neighbour Bangladesh. You must have heard controversies between India and Bangladesh regarding the water of Teesta River. It originates in the Himalayas and runs down through Rangpo, Sikkim. This river offers a great rafting opportunity for the adventure seekers. At some places, the river calms down and at some places it turns wild giving the rafters an unmatched experience.

3. Kirateshwar Mahadev Temple: This temple is also known as Shiv Mandir. Situated on the banks of river Rangit, it is as beautiful Hindu Temple which can be reached by crossing a hanging foot-over bridge. Watch your steps.

4. Pelling: Pelling is a small and beautiful town. The places to visit in Pelling include beautiful monasteries, rock garden, Rimbi river waterfalls, the holy Khecheopalri lake, Dzongri, Rinchenpong and Hee Burmiok.

5. Gangtok: Gangtok is the capital town of Sikkim. It is a lovely small town with the maximum visiting places in Sikkim. The places of attraction are Nathula Pass, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Tashi View Point,  and Himalayan Zoological Park. MG Marg, the market for buying really interesting stuffs, is there in Gangtok.

6. Hot springs: Sikkim owns many hot springs. Few examples of hot springs you must pay a visit are Yume Samdong Hot Spring, Reshi Hot Spring, Yumthang Hot Spring, Borong Hot Spring and Ralong Hot Spring.

7. Monasteries: There are around 200 monasteries in Sikkim. You must visit few of them to achieve inner peace as the monasteries are calm and quiet. The ones you should visit are Rumtek, Phodang, Tashiding, Phesang, and Dubdi.

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Here are some of the best places to have local cuisine in Sikkim:

• 9ine Native Cuisine, Gangtok
• Indulge Karaoke Restaurant, Gangtok
• Bamboo Retreat Hotel, Gangtok
• Roll House, Gangtok
• Jungle Cafe, Gangtok
• Chopstick, Gangtok

Sikkim is a state in India which is largely defined by its hilly terrain, rivers, lakes, and mountain passes. Travelling from one place to another in the state is mostly done by booking rental cars and jeeps. Although buses are available to commute on between major towns, cars are most comfortable.

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Yes, you will need a permit to visit any point in North Sikkim beyond Singhik.

Here are some of the important things you must carry with you:

• Woolens
• Sunglasses
• Thermo-flask
• Comfortable shoes
• Medicines
• Socks
• Gloves
• Dry food items

• When to visit Nathula Pass: The Nathula Pass is a mountain pass that join Sikkim to China. This is one of the famous tourist destinations in the country and the Indo-China border is what tourists flock in to see. The Nathula Pass is located at a distance of 56.3 kilometers from Gangtok. Nathula Pass is best visited during the summer months, that is, between May to mid-November.
• When to visit Gurudongmar Lake: Located at 17100 feet, the Gurudongmar Lake is the second highest lake in India. The lake is located in Lachen in North Sikkim. The best time to visit Gurudongmar Lake is between November and June as the weather is the most pleasant then.

Here are some of the most famous monasteries in Sikkim:

East Sikkim:

• Enchey Monastery
• Karthok Monastery
• Rhenock Monastery
• Rumtek Monastery
• Sang Monastery

 West Sikkim:

• Dubdi Monastery
• Khecheopalri Monastery
• Mallu Monastery
• Pemayangtse Monastery
• Sanga Choeling Monastery
• Sinon Monastery
• Tashiding Monastery

 North Sikkim:

• Chawayng Ani Monastery
• Lachen Monastery
• Lachung Monastery
• Lingdum Monastery
• Phensang Monastery
• Phodang Monastery
• Tholung Monastery

 South Sikkim:

• Dalling Monastery
• Kewwzing Monastery
• Namchi Monastery
• Ralang Monastery
• Tendong Gumpa
• Yangyang Monastery

Here’s where you can go rafting in Sikkim:

• River Teesta: River Teesta is a premium destination for river rafting in Sikkim. It is adventurous and extreme fun to raft here, although the waters have a high speed and the terrain is rather rocky. If you are an ameteur, do not start at the emergence point of the river, as the water are turbulent.
• River Rangit: Rangit is a tributary of the River Teesta and the water are very much turbulent here. Rafting can prove to be a difficult experience here, so ask the guide to advice based on your skills. This is meant for people who have enough experience in the adventure sport.