Gangtok
Sikkim’s capital, monasteries and the road to the high passes.
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About Gangtok
Placeholder copy. Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim, a base for monasteries, high-altitude lakes and permits for the northern districts. Replace before launch.
Best time to visit
wb_sunny March – May
Rhododendrons in bloom.
wb_sunny October – December
Clear passes.
Getting there
flightAirports
- Pakyong (PYG) — about 30 km
- Bagdogra (IXB) — about 125 km
trainRailways
- New Jalpaiguri (NJP) — about 120 km
directions_busBuses & jeeps
- Siliguri — shared jeeps and state buses
Things to do
Rumtek monastery
Placeholder — the seat of the Karma Kagyu order.
Tsomgo Lake
Placeholder — permits required; check current rules.
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