North Sikkim

Places North Sikkim



Lachung


Place Description

Lachung is a mountain village close to the Tibetan border, in the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim. It's divided by the Lachung River. The village is home to the 19th-century Buddhist Lachung Monastery, surrounded by apple orchards. Nearby, the Yumthang Valley's Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary protects many species of rhododendron.

  • Location : Lachung, North Sikkim
  • Timing : Open 24 hours

Lachen

Place Description

Lachen is a town in North Sikkim district in the Indian state of Sikkim. It is located at an elevation of 2,750 metres. The name Lachen means "big pass". The town is being promoted as a tourist destination by the Sikkimese government. The town forms the base to the Chopta Valley and Gurudongmar Lake.

  • Location : Lachen, North Sikkim
  • Timing : Open 24 hours



Tso Lamu Lake


Place Description

Tso Lhamo lake is one of the highest lakes in the world, located at an altitude of 5,330 m. It is situated in North Sikkim, India, about 4 km southwest of the international border with China. It is fed by waters from Zemu glacier, Kangtse glacier or Pauhunri glacier, and is the source of the Teesta river.

  • Location : North Sikkim
  • Timing : Open 24 hours

Yumthang Valley

Place Description

Yumthang Valley is a paradise on earth, which is full of natural wonders and picturesque beauty. It is home to a zillion flowers, spectacular mountains & a serene river, and is often also called as the ‘Valley of Flowers’ like the one located in Uttarakhand. Needless to say, its breathtaking and magical surroundings make it a must-visit place for every traveler.

  • Location : Yumthang, North Sikkim
  • Timing : Open 24 hours


Chungthang



Place Description

Chungthang is a small town, located in the North Sikkim district. Present on the way to Yumthang, Chungthang Valley can be found present at the union of the rivers Lachung chu and Lachen chu. And this little town in Sikkim is considered quite sacred and blessed by the famous patron saint of Sikkim – Guru Padmasambhava.

  • Location : Chungthang, North Sikkim
  • Timing : Open 24 hours




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