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Tourist Places to visit in Gangtok

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Gangtok

This is the capital city of Sikkim and you can get a glimpse of the perfect mix of modern infrastructure along with ancient religion.

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Rumtek Monastery

Rumtek Monastery is also known as Dharma Chakra Monastery and is one of the famous pilgrimage sites which is the largest Monastery in Sikkim.

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Nathu La Pass

It is also the best location in Sikkim that connects China and major trading routes with China. It receives heavy rainfall in winter and the temperature goes down around -10 celsius.

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Tsomgo Lake

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This is a famous lake in West Sikkim and is also known as Changu Lake. The best time to visit here is in Summer and during the winter time the lake is completely frozen.

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Mahatma Gandhi Marg

This is an important road in Gangtok and is dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. Here you can do shopping, taste food and buy traditional gifts for loved ones.

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Ban Jhakri Falls Park

This is a perfect man-made lake and water is sourced by naturally fresh water from the higher spring. Hire a paddle-operated boat for more excitement on your trip.

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Hanuman Tok

The meaning of Tok is trample & dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Managed by the India army & story behind, Lord Hanuman halted here while he came to bring Sanjivani Booti for lord Laxmana.

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Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

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This was founded by the 14th Dalai Lama in February 1957 & all buildings are designed beautifully in Tibetan architectural style. Inside you can explore museums to see rare collections.

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Tashi View Point

Major attractions are located 5 km away from Gangtok and are the perfect location for Nature Lovers. Through the top, you witness the scenic nature and mountains of the Himalayas.

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Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary

Located in the dense jungle is the home of many black bears, red pandas, colorful birds, and many other rarely-seen species.

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Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir

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This temple showcases Indian culture and is dedicated to one of India's Army, Harbhajan Singh because he sacrificed his life for the nation.

Enchey Monastery

This is a Buddhist pilgrim and is surrounded by beautiful scenic views of nature. There is a festival named pang Lhabsol that brings Bhuties and Lepchas together.

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