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NORTH SIKKIM- Places of Tourist Interest |
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Labrang Monastery
The Labrang Monastery was built about 100 years ago. It belongs
to the Nyingmapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. The name translates
as “dwelling place of the Lamas.” |
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Singhik
It is a destination where one can take a glorious view of Mount
Khangchendzonga and its neighboring peaks. A half-hour trek up
hills takes you to an ancient monastery. |
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Chungthang
It is a small town at the confluence of Lachen and Lachung
rivers. Legend has it that Chungthang was the meeting place of
Guru Rimpoche and Lepcha Chieftain Tetong Tek. |
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Lachung
Lachung is a small town with scattered settlements, dominated
mostly by the Bhutias. An army canto--nment stands here. |
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Lachen
Lachen is situated at an altitude of 2750 mtrs. and about 6 hrs.
drive from Gangtok. The Lachen Monastery Located on top of the
village commands a panoramic view of the surrounding hills and
country side. Resorts, hotels and lodges are available for
accommodation. |
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Guru-dongmar lake
Guru-dongmar lake is considered as
one of the sacred lakes of this State both by the Buddhist and
the Hindus. The lake remains milky in color throughout and it is
believed the Guru Padmasambhava had touched the lake whilst he
visited Tibet from this area |
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Yumthang
Yumthang Situated at an altitude of 11,800 ft, it is a
natural heritage sight for its rhododendron and alpine flowers.
A breathtaking scenic view makes it a tourist draw. |
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Phodong
Monastery
One of the six major monasteries in
Sikkim, Phodong monastery is located in the North approximately 38
kms from Gangtok, 4 kms beyond Phodong is the recently renovated
Labrang Monastery unique in it architectural design. |
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Tumlong Palace Ruins
This ruins belongs to the third capital of the erstwhile kingdom
of Sikkim. The capital was shifted from Rabdentse to Tumlong
sometime in the beginning of the nineteenth century, where it
remained for almost 90 years. |
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