The Shri Nalanda Institute for Higher Buddhist Studies
The Shri Nalanda Institute for Higher Buddhist Studies was started by the late 16th Karmapa and is located in the building next to the Rumtek Monastery. Additionally, the Jamyang Khang Primary School, designed for five years of primary monastic...
Rumtek Dharma Chakra Centre
This isn’t some new kid on the block - Rumtek’s roots trace back to the 16th century, when the 9th Karmapa Lama, Wangchuk Dorje, founded the original monastery as a hub for the Karma Kagyu lineage. The modern version? That came alive in the 1960s...
The Sa-Ngor-Chotshog Centre
Perched on a quiet hilltop in Gangtok, the Sa-Ngor-Chotshog is the only Sakya sect monastery in all of Sikkim, which already makes it stand out. Since 1961, it’s been a home for Tibetan monks and refugees, blending spiritual traditions with...
The Himalayan Zoological Park
The park’s roots go back to the 1950s with a humble deer park near Gangtok’s old secretariat, but it really came to life in 1991. Why? Sikkim’s Forests, Environment & Wildlife Management Department wanted a spot to protect endangered Himalayan...
Ganesh Tok
Ganesh Tok, perched on a hill in Gangtok, offers panoramic views of the city and beyond. Built in the early 1950s, this temple is not just for prayers but also for enjoying the scenery. Colorful prayer flags line the path to the temple, making the...
Hanuman Tok
Hanuman Tok (7,200 ft) is a temple dedicated to the Hindu god Hanuman, located about 5 km uphill from White Hall on a road branching off from the Gangtok-Nathula Highway. Along the way to the temple, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of Gangtok...
Tashi View Point
Tashi View Point is a pleasant stop on the way back to Gangtok from Hanuman Tok and other nearby places. It offers a good view of Gangtok and the surrounding scenic road, especially in winter. Located in the Eastern Himalayas, Tashi View Point is...
The Ridge Park
The Ridge Park is a flat road located above Gangtok town, just a short fifteen-minute walk from the main market. It features notable landmarks like the White Hall and the Chief Minister's official residence, known as Mintokgang, which...
The Enchey Monastery
The Enchey Monastery in Gangtok, Sikkim, is a sacred place believed to be the residence of guardian spirits who watch over the region. The monastery's influence is felt in almost every household in Gangtok. The protecting deities of the monastery,...
The White Hall
The White Hall in Gangtok, Sikkim's capital, is a popular tourist attraction located on The Ridge, the city's highest point. It's about a 15-minute walk from Gangtok's main market. Built in 1932 during British colonization, the White Hall is one of...