Gangtok Tourism - An Enchanted Destination

The serene and scenic surroundings of snow cappedthe Flower Show near Whyte Hall is another
mountains, lush green valleys, fast flowing rivers andfascinating attraction of this place.
unending stretch of hills make Gangtok an idealRopeway:
destination for people seeking an enchanted holidayIt is among the most visited spots of Gangtok that
experience. This small place is known for its abundantis renowned for its ropeway which is 1000 meters
natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, magnificentabove the ground. This ropeway operates between
monasteries and Mahayana form of Buddhism. Peoplethe main Secretariat Deer Park, Sikkim Legislative
who visit this place from various parts of the globeAssembly & the Tibetology at Deorali. Journey in the
have their own reasons. Some come here for spiritualtwo cable cars of this ropeway is itself a fascinating
quest of Buddhism while some for adventurous sportthing but the breathtaking birds eye view of the
activities like trekking and river rafting. Among allBhusuk river and the Deorali Bazaar is foremost
these quests, the natural glamour of Gangtokattraction of this tour.
fascinates visitors the most.Himalayan Zoological Park:
Gangtok:The 205 hectares of this wildlife parks is a semi
It is the capital city of Sikkim and among the mostnatural habitat of endangered animals. This park is the
beautiful hill stations of India located at an elevationhome of different species like Clouded Snow
of 1,780 meters. This place is noted for the BuddhistLeopard, Tibetan Wolves, Himalayan Black Bear, Red
monasteries where one can see the culturalPandas, Civet Cat, Barking Deer and other animals. It
assimilation of traditional Buddhism with modernis also known for its beautiful gardens which have
culture. The spectacular location of this place offersexotic collections of flowers and shrubs.
excellent views of the entire Kanchenjunga range. AGangtok has several places of tourist interests.
two hundred year old Enchey Monastery located inThese places are famous for their scenic beauty and
the town is one of the popular attractions of thiscultural importance. Some of the famous tourist
place. Other famous attractions of this place are theattractions of Gangtok include Tsomgo Lake, Tashi
stunning beauty of a large and impressive stupaView Point, Banjhakri Falls and many more.
Do-drul Chorten and the Dodrupchen Monastery, aBeauty of the Gangtok can be enjoyed throughout
large monastery of the Nyingma tradition which isthe year but the best time to visit is between March
famous for its large chorten. During flowering seasonto late May and October to Mid-December.