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Tashi Viewpoint

India /Sikkim /East Sikkim /Gangtok

Tashi View Point, 4 km from Gangtok, sikkim, 737101, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Tashi view point offers the guests excellent view of the alternative hills, besides mount mountain peak. The snow range of mountain peak might be seen on clear days. From this viewpoint, the guests will simply see the Phodong monastery and also the Labrang monastery on the alternative hill. A perching shed and a modest eating place are there at Tashi Viewpoint, that provides shelter and different comforts to the guests. The park gift close to the point of view could be a good spot to savour the picnic.

Tashi Viewpoint, Gangtok

Tashi Viewpoint, Gangtok

HistoryEdit

Tashi Namgyal is the late king of Sikkim, he has constructed the Tashi Viewpoint.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

March to May and October to Mid-December.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Gangtalk ;  M.G. Road, Yama Tower, Gangtok, Sikkim, 737101, India ; Ph/M –  91-3592-645429 ; Food Serve –  Tibetan

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are available from other cities as well as railway station and airport. They charges within the main areas for a private service or drops will cost according to the distance and Rs 150 for a shared taxi Per Seat. Share taxis are also available within the city for sightseeing and costs 15-20 INR per person.

Bus : Gangtok is well connected by roads. National Highway 31A connects Gangtok to Darjeeling, Siliguri, Kalimpong and other mountain locales. Regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis and jeeps run daily to and from Siliguri, Bagdogra, Darjeeling and Kalimpong to Gangtok. From Gangtok Bagdogra, Siliguri, Kalempong and Jalpaiguri lie at a distance of 124 Kms, 114 kms, 75 Kms and 125 kms respectively.

Train : Nearest railway stations to Gangtok are New Jalpaiguri Station and Siliguri Station. It is located at a distance of 126 kms and 114 kms respectively. Both stations are connected to all the major cities of India. and these places are well connected to Gangtok by road. From station regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis or jeeps are available to reach Gangtok.

Air : Gangtok Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal. It is located at a distance of 124 kms from Gangtok and it is well connected with other cities of nearest state like Delhi, Patna, Imphal, Kolkata, and Guwahati. From the Airport regular buses, coaches and taxis are available, that take around 4 hours to reach Gangtok.
By Helicopter : From Bagdogra Helicopter service is available to reach Gangtok and vice-versa. For get the benefit of this service, you need to have contact your travel agent in advance to get the booking done. Helicopter takes around 20 minutes to reach Gangtok from Bagdogra. Helicopter service is available only onc time during a day and 4 passengers are allowed at one time.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Woolen Cloths, Camera & Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • No Plastics carry bags sold or used.
  • Spitting, littering or smoking in public areas of Sikkim is a punishable offence and can lead you to a serious amount of fine. Streets in sikkim have bins to throw garbage and spit.
  • Don’t hurt religious sentiments of local people or else they will revert back strongly.

HelplineEdit

  • Gangtok Police : +91-3592-202022; +91-3592-202033.
  • Fire : 101/202001/202022.
  • Ambulance : 102/222944.

Gallery

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Tsomgo Lake

Rumtek Monastery

Kanchenjunga Mountain

Ganesh Tok

India /Sikkim /East Sikkim /Gangtok

Ganesh Tok is situated on a ridge at a distance of 7 km from Gangtok. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Ganesh Tok offers the bird’s eye view of sprawling Gangtok city, whereas across the hills Mt. Khangchendzonga and Mt. Siniolchu loom over the horizon. A restaurant serves hot tea, low and snacks. The view from here is actually exciting with snow peaks providing the right backcloth for a bird’s eye view of Gangtok city. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the temple is located at an altitude of 6500 feet on a bird’s-eye top. at the present the temple is surrounded by a pretty tree farm, Bulbylay Zoological Park and a smriti-van, wherein guests plant saplings within the memory of their pricey departed.

Ganesh Tok, Gangtok

Ganesh Tok, Gangtok

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

March to May and October to Mid-December.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Cacao Coffee Confection Shop ;  M.G. Marg, Gangtok ; Ph/M –  N.A ; Food Serve –  N.A

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are available from other cities as well as railway station and airport. They charges within the main areas for a private service or drops will cost according to the distance and Rs 150 for a shared taxi Per Seat. Share taxis are also available within the city for sightseeing and costs 15-20 INR per person.

Bus : Gangtok is well connected by roads. National Highway 31A connects Gangtok to Darjeeling, Siliguri, Kalimpong and other mountain locales. Regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis and jeeps run daily to and from Siliguri, Bagdogra, Darjeeling and Kalimpong to Gangtok. From Gangtok Bagdogra, Siliguri, Kalempong and Jalpaiguri lie at a distance of 124 Kms, 114 kms, 75 Kms and 125 kms respectively.

Train : Nearest railway stations to Gangtok are New Jalpaiguri Station and Siliguri Station. It is located at a distance of 126 kms and 114 kms respectively. Both stations are connected to all the major cities of India. and these places are well connected to Gangtok by road. From station regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis or jeeps are available to reach Gangtok.

Air : Gangtok Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal. It is located at a distance of 124 kms from Gangtok and it is well connected with other cities of nearest state like Delhi, Patna, Imphal, Kolkata, and Guwahati. From the Airport regular buses, coaches and taxis are available, that take around 4 hours to reach Gangtok.
By Helicopter : From Bagdogra Helicopter service is available to reach Gangtok and vice-versa. For get the benefit of this service, you need to have contact your travel agent in advance to get the booking done. Helicopter takes around 20 minutes to reach Gangtok from Bagdogra. Helicopter service is available only onc time during a day and 4 passengers are allowed at one time.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Woolen Cloths, Camera & Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • No Plastics carry bags sold or used.
  • Spitting, littering or smoking in public areas of Sikkim is a punishable offence and can lead you to a serious amount of fine. Streets in sikkim have bins to throw garbage and spit.
  • Don’t hurt religious sentiments of local people or else they will revert back strongly.

HelplineEdit

  • Gangtok Police : +91-3592-202022; +91-3592-202033.
  • Fire : 101/202001/202022.
  • Ambulance : 102/222944.

Gallery

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Tsomgo Lake

Rumtek Monastery

Kanchenjunga Mountain

Rumtek Monastery

India /Sikkim /East Sikkim /Gangtok

Rumtek Monastery is located in eastern Sikkim, 24 kilometers away from Gangtok. Rumtek is situated at an altitude of about 5800 feet (1547 metres). Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Rumtek is a notable cloister (Monastery), all over the globe, especially among the Tibetan Buddhists, and is set near Gangtok, the capital of geographic area. Originally known as the Dharma Chakra Centre, it includes a gorgeous shrine temple and a cloister for the monks. The 16th Karmapa built the cloister. The place got an existence in the Buddhist journeying map, especially after Chinese habitation in Tibet and resultant relocations of some Tibetan spiritual gurus to Sikkim.

Rumtek Monastery, Gangtok, Sikkim

Rumtek Monastery, Gangtok, Sikkim

HistoryEdit

Rumtek monastery was built by Karmapa Wangchuck Dorje in the sixteenth century. Rumtek was the main seat of power for the destiny Kagyu sect in geographic area. Rumtek monastery was found to be in ruins by Gyalwa Karmapa, the sixteenth Karmapa, who fled Tibet in 1959 and despite being offered different sites; he chose to reconstruct the monastery at Rumtek. He believed that the place had auspicious elements and many favorable conditions. With the help of Sikkim’s royalty and also the Indian government, Gyalwa Karmapa had the monastery rebuilt in four years and it became his main seat in exile. The monastery was adorned with the relics that had been brought from Tsurphu monastery, his seat in Tibet.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

10 am to 5 (Winter)
8 am to 5 pm (Summer)

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

Best season to visit Rumtek Monastery is from March to late May or from October to Mid-December.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are available from other cities as well as railway station and airport. They charges within the main areas for a private service or drops will cost according to the distance and Rs 150 for a shared taxi Per Seat. Share taxis are also available within the city for sightseeing and costs 15-20 INR per person.

Bus : Gangtok is well connected by roads. National Highway 31A connects Gangtok to Darjeeling, Siliguri, Kalimpong and other mountain locales. Regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis and jeeps run daily to and from Siliguri, Bagdogra, Darjeeling and Kalimpong to Gangtok. From Gangtok Bagdogra, Siliguri, Kalempong and Jalpaiguri lie at a distance of 124 Kms, 114 kms, 75 Kms and 125 kms respectively.

Train : Nearest railway stations to Gangtok are New Jalpaiguri Station and Siliguri Station. It is located at a distance of 126 kms and 114 kms respectively. Both stations are connected to all the major cities of India. and these places are well connected to Gangtok by road. From station regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis or jeeps are available to reach Gangtok.

Air : Gangtok Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal. It is located at a distance of 124 kms from Gangtok and it is well connected with other cities of nearest state like Delhi, Patna, Imphal, Kolkata, and Guwahati. From the Airport regular buses, coaches and taxis are available, that take around 4 hours to reach Gangtok.
By Helicopter : From Bagdogra Helicopter service is available to reach Gangtok and vice-versa. For get the benefit of this service, you need to have contact your travel agent in advance to get the booking done. Helicopter takes around 20 minutes to reach Gangtok from Bagdogra. Helicopter service is available only onc time during a day and 4 passengers are allowed at one time.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Woolen Cloths, Camera & Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Foreign nationals need to obtain a permit to visit the monastery.
  • The permit can be obtained from the main government office at Sikkim and Siliguri.

HelplineEdit

  • Rumtek Monastery : 91-3592-201634.
  • Gangtok Police : +91-3592-202022 ; +91-3592-202033.
  • Fire : 101/202001/202022.
  • Ambulance : 102/222944.

Gallery

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Tsomgo Lake

Rumtek Monastery

Kanchenjunga Mountain

Himalayan Zoological Park

India /Sikkim /East Sikkim /Gangtok

Himalayan Zoological Park, Forest Secretariat, Deorali, Gangtok, Sikkim, 737102, India. It’s about 6kms from Gangtok town. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Himalayan Zoological Park is is simply opposite Ganesa Tok and is at an altitude of 1,780m. From higher purpose of the park you’ll watch the pine lined mountain, besprent with bamboo plants. it’s possibly that you’ll find yourself recognizing simply few animals due to the vast enclosure however the park in itself is worth seeing. For an ardent footer or walker, the silent road broken solely by the songbirds is simply the place to unwind! sadly there square measure only a few visitors as of currently although things would possibly presently amendment. Sikkim government is progressing to install a ropeway to form it a lot of accessible. the Park showcases range animals just like the Black Bear, Goral, muntjac, cat, giant Indian civet cat, Serow, range Thar, Blue Sheep, Wolf, Pheasants, cat bear and lot of Dangerous animals like Snow Leopards and Wolves are self-enclosed in smaller house and that they are easier to identify.

Leopard at Wild Berry at Himalayan Zoological Park, Gangtok

Leopard at  at Himalayan Zoological Park, Gangtok

HistoryEdit

Himalayan Zoological Park was established in 1991 and run by Government of Sikkim.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

9:00 am – 4:00 pm (Wednesdays, Thursdays, Friday, Saturdays and Sundays.)

Closed OnEdit

Thursday

Best Season to VisitEdit

March to May and October to Mid-December.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs. 25

Kids Rs. : Rs. 10/-

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs. 50

Kids Rs. : Rs. 20/-

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : Filming with Video Camera – 500 INR per day.
Filming with Movie Camera – 1200 INR per day.

Vehicle Rs. : For a Small Car is Rs. 40 and Large Vehicle like Bolero etc is Rs. 100.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Gangtalk ;  M.G. Road, Yama Tower, Gangtok, Sikkim, 737101, India ; Ph/M –  91-3592-645429 ; Food Serve –  Tibetan.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are available from other cities as well as railway station and airport. They charges within the main areas for a private service or drops will cost according to the distance and Rs 150 for a shared taxi Per Seat. Share taxis are also available within the city for sightseeing and costs 15-20 INR per person.

Bus : Gangtok is well connected by roads. National Highway 31A connects Gangtok to Darjeeling, Siliguri, Kalimpong and other mountain locales. Regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis and jeeps run daily to and from Siliguri, Bagdogra, Darjeeling and Kalimpong to Gangtok. From Gangtok Bagdogra, Siliguri, Kalempong and Jalpaiguri lie at a distance of 124 Kms, 114 kms, 75 Kms and 125 kms respectively.

Train : Nearest railway stations to Gangtok are New Jalpaiguri Station and Siliguri Station. It is located at a distance of 126 kms and 114 kms respectively. Both stations are connected to all the major cities of India. and these places are well connected to Gangtok by road. From station regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis or jeeps are available to reach Gangtok.

Air : Gangtok Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal. It is located at a distance of 124 kms from Gangtok and it is well connected with other cities of nearest state like Delhi, Patna, Imphal, Kolkata, and Guwahati. From the Airport regular buses, coaches and taxis are available, that take around 4 hours to reach Gangtok.
By Helicopter : From Bagdogra Helicopter service is available to reach Gangtok and vice-versa. For get the benefit of this service, you need to have contact your travel agent in advance to get the booking done. Helicopter takes around 20 minutes to reach Gangtok from Bagdogra. Helicopter service is available only onc time during a day and 4 passengers are allowed at one time.

Others : The park are often reached by taxis by a one means road however walking may well be an entire heap a lot of fun.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camera & Plenty of water.E nter the park with an appropriate entry fees which may be obtained after paying prescribed fees at the ticket collecting center.
  • The permit should be produced for inspection on demand by any park official.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Do not Enter the park without proper and valid entry permit.
  • Do not Destroy,pluck,cut,remove the plants,trees,flowers
  • Do not Tease provoke the animals
  • Do not Feed the animals
  • Do not Go beyond the stand-off barrier of visitor gallery
  • Do not Litter the park with waste papers/things etc
  • Do not Enter the park with weapons and other apparatus with can kill,injure or decoy,destroy or harm animals.
  • Maintain absolute peace and silence inside park premises.
  • Keep your eyes and ears open but not mounth.
  • Help to keep clean the park premises.
  • Report/inform park officials in case of any emergency or occurrence of accident for help.
  • Observe natural behavior of animals silently.

HelplineEdit

  • Himalayan Zoological Park : 91-3592-221435.
  • Gangtok Police : +91-3592-202022; +91-3592-202033.
  • Fire : 101/202001/202022.
  • Ambulance : 102/222944

Gallery

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Tsomgo Lake

Rumtek Monastery

Kanchenjunga Mountain

Nathula Pass, Gangtok

India /Sikkim /East Sikkim /Gangtok

Nathula Pass in Sikkim is only 56 kilometers away from the state capital Gangtok in the Tinetan Plateau. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Nathula Pass is a mountain pass on the Indo-Chinese border that is the trade link between India and China in eastern Sikkim, Nathula Pass nestles at an elevation of fourteen, 140 feet and ranks amongst the highest passes accessible by tourists via motorable road. The previous Silk Route through Lhasa, Sikkim and eastern India used to cross through Nathula Pass. the other aspect of Nathula Pass is Chumbi valley of Tibet. This mountainous pass is one amongst the oldest trading border posts connecting Tibet and India. The Nathula Pass is marked by Entrance gates of both countries (India and China) and military bunkers on each side of the gates. On the Indian aspect, you would realize some fortified military bunkers, a war memorial, a military exhibition centre, a military canteen serving hot tea and fresh snacks to tourists.

Nathula Pass, Gangtok

Nathula Pass, Gangtok

HistoryEdit

Nathula was once an ancient silk route connecting Lhasa in Tibet to plains of Bengal.

Must SeeEdit

Must See

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

March to Mid November.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Cafe Culture ;  Secretariat Road, Below Royal Palace, Ground Floor, Hotel Pandim, Gangtok, Sikkim, 737101, India. ; Ph/M –  +91-81162-20686; +91-98326-15236. ; Food Serve –  Chinese, Indian, Nepalese

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are available from other cities as well as railway station and airport. They charges within the main areas for a private service or drops will cost according to the distance and Rs 150 for a shared taxi Per Seat. Share taxis are also available within the city for sightseeing and costs 15-20 INR per person.

Bus : Gangtok is well connected by roads. National Highway 31A connects Gangtok to Darjeeling, Siliguri, Kalimpong and other mountain locales. Regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis and jeeps run daily to and from Siliguri, Bagdogra, Darjeeling and Kalimpong to Gangtok. From Gangtok Bagdogra, Siliguri, Kalempong and Jalpaiguri lie at a distance of 124 Kms, 114 kms, 75 Kms and 125 kms respectively.

Train : Nearest railway stations to Gangtok are New Jalpaiguri Station and Siliguri Station. It is located at a distance of 126 kms and 114 kms respectively. Both stations are connected to all the major cities of India. and these places are well connected to Gangtok by road. From station regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis or jeeps are available to reach Gangtok.

Air : Gangtok Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal. It is located at a distance of 124 kms from Gangtok and it is well connected with other cities of nearest state like Delhi, Patna, Imphal, Kolkata, and Guwahati. From the Airport regular buses, coaches and taxis are available, that take around 4 hours to reach Gangtok.
By Helicopter : From Bagdogra Helicopter service is available to reach Gangtok and vice-versa. For get the benefit of this service, you need to have contact your travel agent in advance to get the booking done. Helicopter takes around 20 minutes to reach Gangtok from Bagdogra. Helicopter service is available only onc time during a day and 4 passengers are allowed at one time.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Woolen Cloths, Camera & Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Note that Nathula is a restricted area. Foreign tourists are not allowed here. Indians require a valid permit to visit Nathula. You can get it from the Sikkim Tourism Center at MG Marg Gangtok or through your hotel or travel agent. You will need photo ID proof (PAN card not accepted) and two passport size photos. You should apply for the permit at least one day before your planned visit.
  • There is no accommodation option at Nathula Pass for tourists.

HelplineEdit

  • Gangtok Police : +91-3592-202022; +91-3592-202033.
  • Fire : 101/202001/202022.
  • Ambulance : 102/222944.

Gallery

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Tsomgo Lake

Rumtek Monastery

Kanchenjunga Mountain

Tsomgo Lake (Changu lake)

India /Sikkim /East Sikkim /Gangtok

Tsomgo Lake is 38 km from Gangtok, Nathu La Pass, Gangtok, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Tsomgo Lake (Changu lake), is about 1 km. Long, oval in shape, 15 meters deep and is considered sacred by the local people. From Nathula Pass, one can see deep into Chinese territory, which is dotted with sky touching peaks covered with show. After a 2000 feet downhill, there is a splendid blue water lake called Changu Lake. It is literally known as “source of the lake ” in Bhutia language. Just about 40 kms. away from Gangtok, the capital of the state, this serene lake is situated at an altitude of 12,000 ft on the Gangtok Nathu La highway. It falls in the restricted area and hence an inner line permit is required by Indians to visit this place. Foreign nationals are not permitted to visit this lake without special permission.

Tsomgo Lake, Gangtok

Tsomgo Lake, Gangtok

HistoryEdit

Tsomgo Lake is associated with many myths and legends and is revered by the Sikkimese as sacred. It is believed that in olden times, Buddhist monks would study the colour of the water of the lake to forecast the future. The lake is also of special significance for the Jhakris [faith healers] of Sikkim who congregate here annually on Guru Purnima, which coincides with the festival of Raksha Bandhan, from all over the state to offer prayers.

Must SeeEdit

Must See

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

March to May and October to Mid-December.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • The Coffee Shop ;  Anola building, Gangtok, India ; Ph/M –  N.A ; Food Serve –  Bakery, Italian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are available from other cities as well as railway station and airport. They charges within the main areas for a private service or drops will cost according to the distance and Rs 150 for a shared taxi Per Seat. Share taxis are also available within the city for sightseeing and costs 15-20 INR per person.

Bus : Gangtok is well connected by roads. National Highway 31A connects Gangtok to Darjeeling, Siliguri, Kalimpong and other mountain locales. Regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis and jeeps run daily to and from Siliguri, Bagdogra, Darjeeling and Kalimpong to Gangtok. From Gangtok Bagdogra, Siliguri, Kalempong and Jalpaiguri lie at a distance of 124 Kms, 114 kms, 75 Kms and 125 kms respectively.

Train : Nearest railway stations to Gangtok are New Jalpaiguri Station and Siliguri Station. It is located at a distance of 126 kms and 114 kms respectively. Both stations are connected to all the major cities of India. and these places are well connected to Gangtok by road. From station regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis or jeeps are available to reach Gangtok.

Air : Gangtok Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal. It is located at a distance of 124 kms from Gangtok and it is well connected with other cities of nearest state like Delhi, Patna, Imphal, Kolkata, and Guwahati. From the Airport regular buses, coaches and taxis are available, that take around 4 hours to reach Gangtok.
By Helicopter : From Bagdogra Helicopter service is available to reach Gangtok and vice-versa. For get the benefit of this service, you need to have contact your travel agent in advance to get the booking done. Helicopter takes around 20 minutes to reach Gangtok from Bagdogra. Helicopter service is available only onc time during a day and 4 passengers are allowed at one time.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Woolen Cloths, Camera & Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Tsomgo lake is open for both Indian and foreign nationals, however foreign visitors have to be in a group of two or more and have to apply for a visitors permit through a registered travel agency.

HelplineEdit

  • Gangtok Police : +91-3592-202022; +91-3592-202033.
  • Fire : 101/202001/202022.
  • Ambulance : 102/222944.

Gallery


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Tsomgo Lake
Rumtek Monastery
Kanchenjunga Mountain

Pavagadh Sightseeing

Pavagadh is a famous tourist sightseeing for all the visitors from all around the World. List of all Pavagadh sightseeing are as follows –

Pavagadh Fort

Sahar ki Masjid

Kalika Mata Temple

Jama Masjid

Pavagadh Hill

Lila Gumbaj ki Masjid

Nagina Masjid

Kevada Masjid

Champaner Pavagadh Archaeological Park

Machi Haveli

Sadanshah Pir Dargah

Pavagadh City

Pavagadh

Lila Gumbaj ki Masjid

India /Gujarat /Panchmahal /Pavagadh

Lila Gumbaj ki Masjid is situated near the former city’s east gate, Pavagadh.
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Detail InformationEdit

Lila Gumbaz Ki Masjid is amongst the 114 monuments that are listed by the Baroda Heritage Trust. It is a part of Champaner- Pavagadh Archaeological Park and it is included in the World Heritage site of UNESCO. There are three domes in the mosque along with one Minar. It is not only a place of worship for the Muslims but it is also a place of fine example of the architectural style of Indo-Islamic. Devotes or visitors from various cities across the country come to visit the Lila Gumbaj Ki Masjid each year.

Lila Gumbaj ki Masjid

Lila Gumbaj ki Masjid

HistoryEdit

Lila Gumbaj ki Masjid of Muslims was built and constructed during the time period of 15th century by the Muslim rulers who were ruling India at that time. And it was also said that the mosque was built and constructed in India during the time of Muslim rulers who have shown fine examples of the architectural style of Muslims but the Lila Gumbaj Ki Masjid is a blend of Islamic and Indian architectural style that has not been seen anywhere else in the Gujarat state. However, because the mosque has its own religious significance and importance and so the non-Muslim visitors and tourists are prohibited to visit the masjid during Ramadan.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to June.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are also available from railway station and airport to reach the site.

Bus : State and local transport bus services are available to reach Pavagadh. It is said that travelling to Pavagadh by road is the best option.

Train : Nearest Railway Station is Vadodra Railway station which runs in the Western part of India. Vadodra railway station connects Pavagadh and other major cities of India. From railway station, taxi or board a local bus are available to reach Pavagadh Temple.

Air : Nearest airport is Ahmadabad, to Pavagadh. This airport is located at the distance of 190 kilometers and 50 kms from Vadodra city. There are numerous flights which connect Pavagadh to some major destinations of India. From airport, any transport available to reach Pavagadh.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camera & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery

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Pavagadh Fort

Sahar ki Masjid

Kalika Mata Temple

Sahar ki Masjid

India /Gujarat /Panchmahal /Pavagadh

Sahar ki Masjid, Pavagadh, Gujrat. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Sahar ki masjid was placed near the royal palace which is very imposing and large was for the exclusive use of the Sultans. it’s 5 mehrabs. At the front, entrance has an arched doorway with a huge dome, with smaller domes at the four aspects and minarets on either side embellished with a projection that is inclined chhajja. the opposite 2 openings flanking the central door are embellished with jharokhas. a rectangular lavation tank is seen on the platform.

Sahar ki Masjid

Sahar ki Masjid

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to June.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are also available from railway station and airport to reach the site.

Bus : State and local transport bus services are available to reach Pavagadh. It is said that travelling to Pavagadh by road is the best option.

Train : Nearest Railway Station is Vadodra Railway station which runs in the Western part of India. Vadodra railway station connects Pavagadh and other major cities of India. From railway station, taxi or board a local bus are available to reach Pavagadh Temple.

Air : Nearest airport is Ahmadabad, to Pavagadh. This airport is located at the distance of 190 kilometers and 50 kms from Vadodra city. There are numerous flights which connect Pavagadh to some major destinations of India. From airport, any transport available to reach Pavagadh.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camera & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Pavagadh Fort … Click Here

Pavagadh Fort

Sahar ki Masjid

Kalika Mata Temple

Machi Haveli

India /Gujarat /Panchmahal /Pavagadh

Machi Haveli Pavagadh is about 46 kilometres away from Vadodara in Gujarat state in western India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Pavagadh Hill is elevated in three stages. One of the stages, the plateau on this hill, with altitude of 1471 ft above sea level, is recognised as Machi Haveli. The remnants of Raval Palace are still present here. The place also provides rest houses for pilgrims.

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

October to June.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are also available from railway station and airport to reach the site.

Bus : State and local transport bus services are available to reach Pavagadh. It is said that travelling to Pavagadh by road is the best option.

Train : Nearest Railway Station is Vadodra Railway station which runs in the Western part of India. Vadodra railway station connects Pavagadh and other major cities of India. From railway station, taxi or board a local bus are available to reach Pavagadh Temple.

Air : Nearest airport is Ahmadabad, to Pavagadh. This airport is located at the distance of 190 kilometers and 50 kms from Vadodra city. There are numerous flights which connect Pavagadh to some major destinations of India. From airport, any transport available to reach Pavagadh.

Others : N.A.

Things to CarryEdit

  • Carry Camera & plenty of Water.

Safety / WarningEdit

  • Before purchasing any product confirm the price from local.

HelplineEdit

  • Police : 100
  • Ambulance : 102
  • Fire : 101

Gallery

 

View All Sight of Pavagadh Fort … Click Here

Pavagadh Fort

Sahar ki Masjid

Kalika Mata Temple