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Welcome to Gangtok

Gangtok is a municipality, the capital and the largest town of the Indian state of Sikkim. It also is the headquarters of the East Sikkim district. Gangtok is located in the eastern Himalayan range, at an elevation of 1,650 m (5,410 ft). The town's population of 100,000 belongs to different ethnicities such as Nepali, Lepchas and Bhutia. Nestled within higher peaks of the Himalaya and enjoying a year-round mild temperate climate, Gangtok is at the centre of Sikkim's tourism industry.

Price for Local Sightseeing in Gangtok

Vehicle Type Off-SeasonSeason
Small Rs. 1,200 Rs. 1,500
Normal Not Allowed Not Allowed
Luxury Rs. 2,000 Rs. 2,500

Covers : 7 Points (max)

Among : Ganesh Tok, Tashi Viewpoint, Ropeway Gangtok, Handicrafts & Handlooms, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Enchey Monastery, M. G. Marg, Dro-dul Chorten, Flower Show - Gangtok
Vehicle Type Off-SeasonSeason
Small Rs. 2,000 Rs. 2,500
Normal Not Allowed Not Allowed
Luxury Rs. 3,000 Rs. 3,500

Covers : 10 Points (max) ( 10 am to 4.30 pm )

Among : Rumtek Monastery, Ban Jhakri water falls, Ganesh Tok, Tashi Viewpoint, Ropeway Gangtok, Handicrafts & Handlooms, Enchey Monastery, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Hanuman Tok Flower Show - Gangtok, M. G. Marg, Dro-dul Chorten, Bakthang Water Falls
Vehicle Type Off-SeasonSeason
Small Rs. 2,500 Rs. 3,000
Normal Not Allowed Not Allowed
Luxury Rs. 3,500 Rs. 4,000

Covers : 14 Points

Among : Rumtek Monastery, Ban Jhakri water falls, Ganesh Tok, Tashi Viewpoint, Ropeway Gangtok, Handicrafts & Handlooms, Enchey Monastery, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Himalayan Zoological Park, Hanuman Tok Flower Show - Gangtok, M. G. Marg, Dro-dul Chorten, Bakthang Water Falls, Ranka Monastery

Note :

Small Vehicle : Wagon-R / Santro / Alto / Similar
Normal Vehicle : Maxx / Sumo / Bolero / Similar
Luxury Vehicle : Innova / Xylo / Scorpio / Similar


Season : April 10 - June 10, September 10 - Nov end, Dec 20 - Jan 15
Off Season : Rest all

   Local Sightseeing Places around Gangtok

1. Rumtek Monastery

Rumtek Monastery also called the Dharmachakra Centre, is a gompa located in the Indian state of Sikkim near the capital Gangtok. It is a focal point for the sectarian tensions within the Karma Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism that characterize the Karmapa controversy. Originally built under the direction of Changchub Dorje, 12th Karmapa Lama in the mid-1700s.

Rumtek Monastery

2. Ban Jhakri water falls

This 100-foot waterfall is located in a landscaped park with about 7kms from Gangtok town & close to Ranka Monastery. There are paved pathways and footbridge around the park which spreads across some 2-acres with many trees and flowering plants in it. It's a popular picnic spot. There is also a manmade lake here with a dragon at the center and the greenery all around.

Ban Jhakri water falls

3. Ganesh Tok

A small Ganesh temple just next to the television tower on the hill is popularly known as Ganesh Tok. It is just 7 km from the heart of the Gangtok city at an altitude of 6,500mt. You will need to climb a stair case to reach to the upper levels where the temple and viewing area are located. Mid-away along the staircase you will be required to take off your shoes. The temple itself is quite small.

Ganesh Tok

4. Hanuman Tok

This is a view point in Gangtok. The view of the city is very beautiful from here. A small Ganesh temple just next to the television tower on the hill is popularly known as Ganesh Tok. About 11 km from the Gangtok city is Hanuman Tok, dedicated to Lord Hanuman is situated. In the vicinity is the royal cremation ground of Lukshyama. The last rites of the Namgyal dynasty royal family members were done here.

Hanuman Tok

5. Tashi Viewpoint

This is a view point in Gangtok. The view of the city is very beautiful from here. A small Ganesh temple just next to the television tower on the hill is popularly known as Ganesh Tok. About 11 km from the Gangtok city is Hanuman Tok, dedicated to Lord Hanuman is situated. In the vicinity is the royal cremation ground of Lukshyama. The last rites of the Namgyal dynasty royal family members were done here.

Tashi Viewpoint

6. Ropeway Gangtok

If you are at Gangtok you must visit ropeways or cable car located at Deorali market. This rope way of about 1 km long has three entry points or stops. The lowest point is at Deorali market and the highest point is at Tashiling (below the state secretariat). There is a mid point stop at Nam-Nang. One can enter from any point and return to same point after touching other two points.

Ropeway Gangtok

7. Handicrafts & Handlooms

Located in Gangtok, this center was instituted with the objective of promoting and preserving the rich arts and crafts of Sikkim. The Directorate is a veritable storehouse of traditional Handicrafts as well as a host of other Souvenirs & Gift items. It began its history in the year 1957 when it was established as a Technical Institute for Training and Production of traditional arts and crafts with 58 nos. of trainees.

Handicrafts & Handlooms

8. Himalayan Zoological Park

The Sikkim Himalayan Zoological Park (SHZP) in Gangtok has embarked on a breeding and conservation programme. Red Pandas are much smaller than the giant panda. The state animal of Sikkim, the Red Pandas are found in six protected areas of the State. But they are facing extinction due to habitat loss caused by construction activity and over grazing. To preserve and restore the habitat of the shy and reclusive animal.

Himalayan Zoological Park

9. Enchey Monastery

The Enchey Monastery was established in 1909 above Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim in the Northeastern Indian state. It belongs to the Nyingma order of Vajrayana Buddhism. The monastery built around the then small hamlet of Gangtok became a religious centre. The location was blessed by Lama Drupthob Karpo, a renowned exponent of tantric (adept) art in Buddhism with flying powers.

Enchey Monastery

10. Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

It is a Tibet museum in Gangtok. The Namgyal Rrks in the world outside Tibet. The foundation stone of the institute was laid by the 14th Dalai Lama on the 10th of February 1957 and it was opened officially by the Prime Minister of India Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on 1 October 1958. The institute employs researchers and one of its new research programs is a project which seeks to document the social history of Sikkim's.

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

11. M. G. Marg, Gangtok

MG Marg (Road) is one of the main shopping and cultural activity streets in Gangtok. M.G Road is a fascinating place to spend a few nights, the winding side alleys hide some unexpected gems, the pedestrianized and a pleasant place to take a stroll. The road and the area around it has transformed over the years. It is now more like a long stretch of open mall or boulevard square where locals and tourists take leisure stroll .

M. G. Marg Road Gangtok

12. Dro-dul Chorten

Dro-dul Chorten is a stupa in Gangtok in the Indian state of Sikkim. The stupa was built by Trulshik Rinpoche, head of the Nyingma order of Tibetan Buddhism in 1945. Inside this stupa, a complete set of Dorjee Phurba, Kangyur relics (Holy Books) and other religious objects. Around the stupa are 108 Mani Lhakor or prayer wheels. The stupa is surrounded by Chorten Lakahang and Guru Lakhang, where two statues of Guru Rinpoche are present.

Dro-dul Chorten

13. Bakthang Water Falls

20 minutes drive from Gangtok is Bakthang Water Falls. It originates from Ratey Chu, the main water source of Gangtok area. The location is completely free from the pollution of city life and is a nice place for Honeymoon couple and travelers who avoid rush. Apart from the clear view of the peaks surrounding Mount Khangchendzonga, some portions of Gangtok town, one also gets a bird's eye view of the region.

Bakthang Water Falls

14. Flower Show, Gangtok

This Flower show is just mesmerizing and tourist generally hang around this park more than the time planned and many returns here if there is time. This Flower exhibition is organized round the year at the Flower Show venue near the White Memorial Hall complex. It is ion central Gangtok and makes a pleasurable walk from M G Road. Orchid show held during the spring season is one of the most popular shows organized.

Flower Show

15. Ranka Monastery

Ranka Monastery in Sikkim has its unique signature / aura about it. This monastery is also known as the Lingdum Monastery. This is a fairly peaceful place and hence one can spend more time photographing or simply going around the place. There is a long line of prayer wheels just near the entrance. It is customery spinning these prayer wheels. Before the Tibetian New Year one can find the young Buddhist monks practising the Lama dance.

Ranka Monastery

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