Exploring Gangtok Attractions
Gangtok is one of the major hill stations of Eastern India and the capital of the Indian state of Sikkim. It is situated at an altitude of 1,700 metre above the sea level and surrounded with the picturesque locations. This feature makes it one of the frequently visited places in India. The town is popular for its scenic beauty, monasteries, foods and rock music. Tourists also visit this place for trying their hands at adventurous activities like trekking and rafting. Exploring Gangtok is an adventure in itself, as it provides experience of seeing some of the unique locations of India. The place offer views of the Kanchenjunga, which is the 3rd highest peak in the world.
The town is dotted with several tourists places such as Tsomgo Lake, Enchey Monastery, Pelling, Do Drul Chorten, Pemayangtse m Tashiding Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins, Saramsa Garden, Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary, Kabi Lungchok, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, and Tashi Viewpoint. The best time to reach this place falls between the months of September to June, as this is the time when the town experiences soothing as well as chilling climate. Tourists come here when the town is in its full bloom and covered with the snow. Festive season such as Saga Dawa brings many pilgrims and tourists from all over the places here. This festival is celebrated on a very auspicious day for the Buddhists and celebrated at the end of May and early June.
The place is connected to all the major regions of Sikkim and nearby states by road. The nearest airport to this place is Bagdogra Airport that lies at a distance of 125 kilometres. There are proper facilities of taxi and luxury buses available for reaching this hill station. For exploring Gangtok, there are transport and accommodation facility available for tourists at affordable prices. Making advance booking is advisable as availing these facilities during the peak season become difficult.
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