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Ravangla is a small town that is situated in the state of Sikkim. The town is set amidst the hills of Meanam and Tendong and it is a scenic and breathtaking place. Tourism in the town is becoming increasingly popular and it is an offbeat destination for many tourists. One can get an excellent view of snow clad mountains and peaks. The place is an ideal location to engage in adventure activities such as trekking and hiking. There are several trekking spots that are located in the nearby mountains and this can be an exhilarating experience. There are few places that one can visit to watch migratory birds as well. Among the other attractions in the town are the various monasteries and temples. Some of the main ones are Ralong Monastery and Bonn Monastery. It might also be worth visiting the Kewzing Market, which is an historical place and you might be able to pick up some interesting souvenirs. There are a few caves that are present nearby as well and these are also worth visiting. These caves are said to be shrouded in mystery. You can also visit Rayong, which is situated eight kilometers away and the place is famous for its outstanding view of the Kanchenjunga Mountain.

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Category : Hill Station

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 737139

STD Code: 3592

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Best Time to Visit:  Throughout the year

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Ravangla or Ravongla is a small tourist town situated at an elevation of 7000 ft in South Sikkim district of the Indian state of Sikkim. It is connected by state highway to other major towns in the state and lies between Pelling and Gangtok. It acts as the starting point for the trek to maenam la wildlife sanctuary. Surrounded by high-forested hills, undulating valleys dotted with village huts Ravangla is an ideal place for short treks and bird watching. Surrounding Lepcha and Bhutia villages of Yangang, Tinkitam, Kewzing, Barfung & Bakhim are ideal for short village tours. Situated in the southern part of Sikkim at a distance of 70kms from Gangtok, it is a perfect destination for village tourism.

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By Air : The nearest airport is situated in the town of Siliguri and Bagdogra Airport is well connected to several cities in the country. One can reach the place from cities such as Chennai, Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi and Guwahati. One airline operator offers services from the city of Bangkok to Siliguri as well.From the airport you can opt for a taxi and reach the town of Ravangla easily. The base rate for taxis is around Rs 7 per kilometer.

By Train : The Jalpaiguri station, which is situated in the town of Siliguri, is the best option for those who are arriving by rail. Since trains are cheap and comfortable many people opt for this mode of transport. Trains are available from places such as Guwahati, Chennai, Kolkata, New Delhi and Alipur. Tier three sleeper tickets from Delhi to Siliguri cost between Rs 1,300 and 1,600.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Hotel Sangrila ; Kewzing Road, Damthang-Rabongla Rd, Ravangla, Sikkim 737139 ; Ph – 094 34 164450 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, parking facility, Doctor-on-call, laundry, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running water.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Babumoshai Resort ; 14th Mile, Kewzing Road, Ravangla, Sikkim 737139 ; Ph – 094 33 841525 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, parking facility, Doctor-on-call, laundry, telephone, TV, travel desk, 24hours H/C running water.

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• Chingthang Hotel and Restaurant ;  Kewzing Road, Beside Post office, Ravangla, SK 737139 ; M –  098 30 119119 ; Food Serve :  N.A

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• Police : 100
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• Ambulance :102

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