North Sikkim tourist spots name
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North Sikkim is a part of State Sikkim. North Sikkim is popular there for its natural beauty. North Sikkim district headquarters is Mangan. Mangan is the seventh least populous district in the country out of 640.

A part of North Sikkim is restricted to all travelers. because these areas share a border with The people’s Republic of China and heavily patrolled by the Indian army. The areas of North Sikkim which are open to travelers gained immense popularity due to its scenic beauty and stunning views of majestic snow-capped mountains.

The most popular place of North Sikkim are:

Lachen,

Gurudongmar lake,

Lachung,

Yumthang Valley,

Crows Lake,

Zero Point.

How to Reach Sikkim:

To go to Lachen by train reach New Jalpaiguri Station (NJP) or by air reaches Bagdogra airport. There are many cars or Buses to reach the capital city of Sikkim. The distance of Gangtok from NJP is 125 KM and from Bagdograis124 KM. It will take around 4 hours to reach Gangtok from NJP or Bagdogra. After reaching Gangtok stay there overnight.

Sikkim transport system

You can visit Lachen and Gurudongmar Lake only through under Sikkim Tourism Department. You will need a permit issued by Sikkim Tourism and Civil Aviation Department to visit Gurudongmar Lake. You should collect the permit from Gangtokat least the day before you start for Lachen. To get the permit you have to submit 2 copies of Passport sized photograph and a copy of any of your Photo Id proofs like a Voter ID card or driving license or passport etc.

3 day and 2 night tour in North Sikkim:

North Sikkim

On day 1, early in the morning travel to Lachen by car. Lachen is a small town in North Sikkim and it is 129 km away from the capital city Gangtok. It will take around 6 hours to reach Lachen from Gangtok. The road to Lachen from Gangtok is are in a poor condition in some areas due to frequent landslides. The road needs constant maintenance. The word Lachen means Big Pass. The town is famous for its beautiful grasslands, snow-capped mountain peaks, and pine forests. Upon arriving Lachen visit Lachen Monastery. Lachen Gompa or Lachen Monastery is one of the most popular monasteries of Sikkim.

On Day 2 Go to visit Gurudongmar Lake. Journey to Gurudongmar Lake from Lachen. Start early in the morning to Lachen for Gurudongmar Lake. This tour starts at 3.30 am in the morning. It is better to start for Lachen from Gurudongmar Lake by 9 Am. The distance of Gurudongmar Lake from Lachenis 67 Km. It will take around 4 hours to reach Gurudongmar Lake from Lachen. On your way first stop at Thangu valley and have your breakfast.

Thangu is a small village situated at an altitude of 13000 ft and it is 35 km North of Lachen. It will take almost 2 hours to reach Thangu from Lachen. After breakfast, start for Gurudongmar Lake. The distance is 40 km and it will take 2 hours to reach Gurudongmar Lake from Thangu. The Gurudongmar Lake has been named for Guru Padmasambhava.

The Lake is located at an altitude of 17,800ft. It covers almost 290 acres and it is the largest lake in Sikkim. The lake is surrounded by snow-covered mountains. There is a small temple of Guru Padmasambhava. In the afternoon go to Lachung from Lachen. Lachung is a beautiful valley situated at a height of 8610 ft. Lachung is 135 km away from Lachen and it will take around 6 hours to reach Lachung from Lachen.

On day 3rd, go for local sightseeing in Lachung. The main places to visit are: YumthangValley Yumthang is a picturesque valley in North Sikkim famous for its forests and hot springs. The beautiful Monastery set in a stunning backdrop is a must see in your Lachung Trip. Zero Point 15000 feet above the sea level enjoys the stunning view of snow-capped Himalayan peaks here.

On Day 3 evening return back to Gangtok. Stay the night at Gangtok and then return back to Bagdogra or NJP for departure.

Important information:

***You have to return from those areas on the same day. Because there is no place available for night-stay as that is a restricted area. In Gangtok, Lachen, or Lachung there are many hotels available.