‘One of the Himalaya's best kept travel secrets, the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok is an epitome of serenity!’
With the lofty snow-clad peaks, emerald hill slopes and the quiet villages filled with multi-colored prayer flags all over the city, this traveler’s paradise is the most popular destination to not to miss on your trip during your vacation.
With the lofty snow-clad peaks, emerald hill slopes and the quiet villages filled with multi-colored prayer flags all over the city, this traveler’s paradise is the most popular destination to not to miss on your trip during your vacation.
No wonder it is one of the most popular places to visit while you plan a trip to Sikkim but this place also has many hidden destinations which are still left to be explored.
So, if you like scouting on the hilly terrains then packs your bags and travel to these secret places to experience the best of Gangtok a little more.
To reach Gangtok, you can hire taxis from the Siliguri junction and start your journey from Siliguri. There are many possible ways to reach this capital city but the best way is mentioned here.
•From Siliguri
•Continue to NH10
•Follow NH10 to Indira Bypass Road or Ranka Road
•Keep right to continue
•Finally, reach Gangtok
As far as the list of charming hill stations, Gangtok is one of the prettiest places you will come across in the eastern Himalayas.
Prettiest here equals to popular, which means that there are a host of options for luxury and best budget hotels in Gangtok. So, focusing on the lighter pockets for the moment, there are many hotels in Gangtok to stay.
Away from the chaos of the crowded cities, a vacation at these unexplored destinations is the perfect way to break free a traveler's predictable stops and well-traveled routes. Let's take you on a tour!
If you want to spend few times amidst the beautiful nature away from the daily routine life, then Borong is the best travel destination nearby Gangtok. It is a majestic village of South Sikkim with colored birds. You can also get the charming view of Mt. Kanchenjunga too.
Distance from Gangtok: 74 kilometers
Best time to visit: April to June
Nearby attractions: Ralong Monastery, Borong Monastery, Vanjan Valley, Barmeli Bridge, and Fatam village
There are many places for bird lovers to search for different birds but Kitam Bird Sanctuary is the best place amongst all. It will surely amaze you with their host of uncommon birds and you can enjoy a lovely ride to this sanctuary due to its low-altitude.
Distance from Gangtok: 73 kilometers
Best time to visit: October to May
Nearby attractions: Kewzing, Ravangla, Temi Tea Garden, Solophok, and Samdruptse Monastery
High up in the Himalayas is a small village called Yakten which stays shrouded in mist and is beautifully caressed by the soft chilling winds. The surroundings of the pine forests with magnificent views of the lush rolling Himalayan foothills makes it the best place for you to visit.
Distance from Gangtok: 31 kilometers
Best time to visit: Throughout the year
Nearby attractions: Jhandi Dara View Point and Budang Gari fort
One of the most untouched parts of South Sikkim, Sumbuk is an ultimate birdwatcher's paradise. The banks of the gurgling river, numerous quaint farms, age-old temples, and a unique peacock breeding forest makes this offbeat destination an attractive one.
Distance from Gangtok: 66 kilometers
Best time to visit: March to May
Nearby attractions: Chardham, Sadam village, Samdruptse Monastery, and River Rangit
Nestled in North Sikkim, Dzongu valley provides breathtaking views of the mighty Kanchenjunga from a cluster of villages that occupy this valley. The calmness of the air and the unhurriedness of the village will lead you to a dreamlike setting which is difficult to explain in words.
Distance from Gangtok: 67 kilometers
Best time to visit: March to May
Nearby attractions: Lingzya Falls, Tholung Monastery, Kusheong Valley, and Passindang Village
Are you excited? Then this is the only chance of yours to travel to this unexplored destination and explore Gangtok to the fullest!