A trip to a Fantastic Hill Station

 Gangtok - A trip to a Fantastic Hill Station

Gangtok is a great place to visit in case you are a lover of mountains, would like to breathe fresh air and would like to have a little peace in life. Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim is a nice and clean hill station in North-East India, where one is bound to get a unique vibe of the place as a tourist. It is a spectacular combination of nature, spiritual sites, adventure and modernity.

Gangtok City

The beginning of the Journey

The closest airport to Gangtok is the Bagdogra (West Bengal) and you can get to Gangtok after a 4-5 hours road trip. The road trip is a bit lengthy, but the sceneries are beautiful to the extent that you will not feel tired. On the way you are able to observe green hills, waterfalls and zigzagging roads which make the journey more memorable.

Heart of the City- MG Road

MG Road is the major attraction in Gangtok. It is a traffic-free, lively and fresh market street where the visitor can have a good time shopping, local cuisine and photography. The evening stroll here is very refreshing. MG Road is similar to a European street because of cafes, local shops, handicrafts and colorful lights.

Mall Road

Paradise to the Nature and Adventure Lovers

Gangtok is not only a hill station, but also the adventurous city. Here you can have a ride in a cable car where you see the entire city in bird-eye view. The scene of snow-capped mountain viewed at Tashi View Point is awesome particularly in the morning. In case you prefer trekking, you may visit the Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary or see the nearby trails.

Spiritual vibes and Monasteries

Monastery In Gagntok

Gangtok is a spiritual place. It has a must-visit place, its Rumtek Monastery, the largest monastery in the state of Sikkim. It has calm moods and Buddhist chants that calm your heart. Do Drul Chorten Stupa and Enchey Monastery are also very popular religious objects where people go to get a peace of mind.

Fresh Water Lake 

Tsomgo Lake and Nathula Pass- Goft of nature

The trip to Gangtok is not complete without the visit to the Nathula Pass and Tsomgo Lake. Nathula is a dream destination that is located on the India-China border and is a snow lover destination. Snow-covered mountains, cold air and the presence of soldiers make an impression of pride and excitement. Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake) is a glacial lake located at high altitude and the lake is frozen in winter and the clear water of the lake in summer reflects the mountains.. Riding a yak around the lake is also a good activity.

Nathula Pass

Local Food- Sikkim Food

And once you are in Gangtok, don not miss the delicious Sikkimese food. Momos are the most famous, naturally, but there are other specialties to taste, like thukpa (noodle soup), phagshapa (pork dish), and gundruk (fermented leafy green). You are in a mood of street food or wish to see the posh cafes, Gangtok has got something to serve every foodie.

Red Panda In Sikkim

Weather

Gangtok offers every type of stay options ranging between budget and luxury. There are homestays to 5-star hotels. The climate is favourable, cool during summers and a bit cold in winters. The landslides in monsoon season (JulyAugust) should be avoided.

Gangtok - Must visit it

Gangtok is a destination where every age of travelers likes. It presents an alternative experience in terms of its purity, hospitality and natural beauty. If you are a solo traveler, couple or traveling with family, Gangtok will touch your heart no matter what.