1. Tsomgo Lake
Address: Tsongmo Lake, Sikkim 737103.
This is a beautiful glacier lake in Sikkim, a favorite destination for nature lovers. It is situated at an elevation of 3753m and it remains frozen during the winter season and it attracts visitors with its crystal clear water and surrounding snow-capped mountains. You can find its reflection in the lake and this is such an amazing view to enjoy.
2. Gangtok
Address: Gangtok, Sikkim, India.
The vibrant capital city has so much to offer for visitors include Tibetan Buddhist centers-a popular pilgrim site over here, breath-taking mountains where you can enjoy hiking, biking, camping etc, beautiful rivers where you can enjoy rafting and other adventure activities like cable car rides, etc.
3. Green Lake
Address: Sikkim 737120, India.
This is the most beautiful lake in Sikkim that resides at an altitude of 1437m where you can enjoy the breath-taking views of mountains like Kanchenjunga and surrounding greenery. This is a popular trekking destination and this is the base camp of trek towards Kanchenjunga.
4. Pelling
Address: Pelling, Sikkim 737113, India.
This is a charming town situated on the foothills of Kanchenjunga. Popular visitor attractions are a 17th century Buddhist Sanga Choling Monastery with amazing wall paintings & sculptures, Kanchenjunga falls, ruins of Rabdentse Palace, etc.
5. Yuksom
Address: Yuksom, Sikkim 737113, India.
This was the former capital of Sikkim state and a historic city. This is the gateway to Kanchenjunga National Park. Popular things to explore here are plenty of monasteries like Dubdi monastery, Kartik monastery, Tashding monastery etc, snow-capped mountains, charming lakes and this is a popular bird-watching destination in Sikkim.
6. Ravangla
Address: Ravangla, Sikkim 737139, India.
This is a mountainous town in Sikkim which attracts visitors with its scenic beauty. It has historic monasteries, beautiful gardens and April & May are the best seasons to visit where you can see all the flowers are in blossom stage, snow-capped mountains, stunning valleys, waterfalls, etc. Also, this is considered as the paradise for bird-watching lovers and you can find several endangered species of birds over here.
7. Lachen
Address: Lachen, Sikkim 737120, India.
People who love the peaceful environment or those who want to relax within the beauty of nature, this is the right choice. Another stunning site in Sikkim with stunning views of Kanchenjunga, charming villages, lush green forests, etc. And this is a popular trekking site and a base camp for Kanchenjunga trials.
8. Nathula Pass
Address: Nathula, 737131.
This is an amazing scenic route that connects Sikkim with Tibet and situated at an altitude of 4310m above sea level. This route is considered as the highest motorable route in the World. With prior permission from the tourism department, you can visit here to enjoy the panoramic views.
9. Lachung
Address: Lachung, Sikkim 737120, India.
This is another mountainous village situated so close to the Tibetan border and scenic beauty is the prime reason that attracts visitors towards here. Popular sites to visit include Lachung Monastery-one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim, Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary situated in Yumthang valley which preserves different species of Rhododendrons. Mount Katao- an amazing viewpoint in Sikkim, hot springs, waterfalls, etc.
10. Zuluk
Address: Zuluk, Sikkim 737131, India.
Zuluk is another stunning and less exploited scenic site in Sikkim. Its popular attraction is the very famous �silk route�. This route consists of 32 hairpin blends which you can view from Zuluk and while trekking from each blends you can enjoy panoramic views of valleys, lakes, etc.
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