GYALSHING
Gyalshing
is a beautiful place set in the picturesque Himalayan
state of Sikkim. Its main attractions, other than trekking
up to Dzongri at the base of the Kanchenjunga, are the
two old monasteries of Pemayangtse and Tashiding.
MANGAN
Mangan
is the district headquarters of North
Sikkim,
a place of stunning beauty. The little hamlets with
their flower patches, and the water wheels strung with
bells set in exquisite miniature gardens more than compensate
for the primitiveness of the region.
The region is famous for the Phensong and Phodong
Monastery,
the latter being considered one of the six main monasteries
of
Sikkim.
NAMCHI
Namchi,
meaning '
sky high',
is nestled among the hills at an elevation of 5,500
ft, commands panoramic view of the snow capped mountains
and vast stretch es of valley.
It is also the district head-quarters of
south
Sikkim. With it's immense potential
for all round tourist activities, it is fast developing
as a tourist destination.
GANGTOK
Gangtok,
the capital of
Sikkim
since the mid-19th century, sprawls down the west side
of a long ridge flanking the Ranipul river. The scenery
from this hill town is spectacular and there are excellent
views of the entire Kanchenjunga Range from many points
within the city. North of
Gangtok
is the Enchey Gompa and the telecommunication tower.
The palace of the former Chogyal, or ruler of
Sikkim,
and the impressive Royal Chapel are lower down along
the ridge. Then there is the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology,
an Orchid Sanctuary and a large chorten (Tibetan stupa)
with an adjoining gompa.
Gangtok
is a very popular hill station resort with many fine
hotels filled with visitors from all over the country.
