West Sikkim

• Calvin Carlo
• 13th August, 2019

Places of Interest:

Pelling -
Over the last few years Pelling has developed into a hub of tourism activities in west SikkimTill 1996, Pelling was a small village. Its vicinity has numerous waterfalls, soft trek routes, and a soothing atmosphere for all discerning. At an elevation of 2072 meters (6800 feet), Spectacular close up views of Mt. Khanchendzonga and her subordinate peaks is the major highlight of this location. A full-day guided sightseeing of Pelling town including Kecheopari Lake, Kanchendzonga and Changey waterfalls Pemayangtse monastery, Sing shore Bridge, and much more.

Khanchendzonga Water-fall –
It is a spectacular fall in west Sikkim around a virgin isolated area. About an hour’s drive from Pelling is Khanchendzonga Waterfall. Do not miss to see it. A treat to watch. Nice and soothing. Its idyllic landscape is gradually transforming into that of a busy tourist hangout.

Kecheopari Lake –
Considered as one of the sacred lakes of this state. The lake remains hidden in the rich forest cover. It is believed that the birds do not permit even a single leaf to float on the lake surface. For those interested in spending a night or two in the peaceful environment Yatra World tourism provides a comfortable stay providing a taste of local cuisine which may include ’chang’ a brew made of fermented millet.

Pemayangtse Monastery -
Pemayanste monastery at an elevation of about 2133 meters (7000 feet), is situated about 6 kilometers from Gyalshing town. It is the most important monastery of the Nyingmapa order and first built as a small temple in the late seventeenth century by Datsun Chembo. The main festival of the monastery is on the 28th and the 29th day of the 12th month of the Tibetan calendar which normally corresponds to the month of February. Pemayangtse is an excellent base for all trekking expeditions in the western region, offering a number of unfrequented trails through some of the most spectacular mountain terrains.

Rimbi Rock Garden –
Beautiful garden & park on the river bed of Rimbi, it’s an ideal place for picnic and sightseeing for the tourist

Rimbi Waterfalls:
It’s a spectacular waterfall.