Sikkim Tourism


Sikkim is a beautiful state at the foothills of the Himalayas; therefore, tourism in Sikkim calls for a vivid tour across the picturesque beauty housed within the territory. Amid the lush green vegetation, beautiful ranges and an exotic range of flora and fauna, tourism of Sikkim is a delight to the sightseer.

Talking about Sikkim tourism, it can be said that Sikkim offers an exotic range of locations that add to the delight of sightseeing at Sikkim. A vivid tour across the towns and cities of Sikkim allows the tourists to witness the serenity and tranquility of nature.

Some of the destinations that form an important part of tourism at Sikkim are as follows:

  • North Sikkim:
    • Singiek
    • Chungthang
    • Kabi Lungtsok
    • Yumthang, etc.

  • South Sikkim:
    • Tendong Hill
    • Namtse
    • Borong
    • Maenam Hill
    • Ravangla
    • Varsey, etc.


  • East Sikkim:
    • Ridge Garden
    • White Hall
    • Do-Drul Chorten
    • Sikkimese Research Institute of Tibetology
    • Rumtek Dharma Chakra Centre
    • Ganesh Tok
    • Tashi View Point, etc.


  • West Sikkim:
    • Rabdentse Ruins
    • Yuksom
    • Pelling, etc.
These destinations, along with a number of temples, shrines, national parks, museums, etc. housed within the territory, adds to the charm of sightseeing in Sikkim.

Spread across the Lower Himalayas, Sikkim is known for housing the third highest mountain in the world. As a result, a large number of tourists come to Sikkim to enjoy the wild beauty of Mount Kanchendzunga. Allured by the exotic mountain ranges, wide valleys and lush green vegetation, the tourists come to Sikkim in order to enjoy the serenity of the nature.

Moreover, the easy accessibility of Sikkim from the different parts of India also seems to be instrumental in enhancing the tourism at Sikkim. Sikkim tourism implies a vivid tour across the cities and towns of Sikkim, which offers a picturesque view of the cultural heritage of the territory.

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Last Updated on 7 March 2013