Gangtok is a place full of positive energy. It is located on the ridge at a height of 5500 feet. Only a few places in India can hold a candle against its dynamic yet comforting beauty. Gangtok treasure some of the most paradisiacal sights that attract tourists from all over the world.
It is the central place for all tourist to ensure their amenities and the meeting place of the people before heading out to their desired destination.
Gangtok MG road is quite a view during the evening, full of people touring and stretching on the roadside benches.
This road does not allow any kind of vehicle traffic and it is the first place in Gangtok that is a litter and spit free zone.
Let’s not make this introduction too long. I am well aware that you all are here eagerly waiting for the list of best places in Gangtok.
Without further delay, let’s hop on to the list.
1. Nathu La pass
Nathu La pass is one of the highest motorable roads in the world. It is located at the peak of the Himalayas that co join Sikkim and China.
Nathu means “listening ears”, and La means “pass”. Nathula pass is best enjoyed while taking a long drive through Nathu La pass.
It is situated at the indo-china border. Tourists all around the world flock here to enjoy the scenic beauty of the pass.
Highlights:
- Mountains run alongside the Natu La pass.
- It has a vast diversity of animals like snow leopard, yaks, Tibetan wolves, etc.
2. MG road Gangtok
The MG road of Gangtok is the busiest place. It is also called the heart of the Gangtok. MG road is the central shopping hub of the Gangtok.
It is a great place to take a leisure evening stall after a long tiring day. MG road is the first place in the Gangtok that is considered to be the cleanest place.
The road is a vehicle-free zone and does not allow any vehicle to trespass. It is reserved for the pedestrian-only. The road is smoke-free and while you take stall down the road, you will have a satisfactory feeling.
Highlights:
- It is the cleanest area in the whole Gangtok
- That place is only reserved for the pedestrian-only. You can enjoy a walk and leisurely enjoy your time resting on the bench.
- You will get to see the variety of shops down the street.
3. Tsomgo lake
Tsomogo lake is one of the highest lakes in India, situated at an altitude of 12,400 feet. It is called by the name Changu lake by the locals. Tsomogo lake is the reason that Gangtok is still considered one of the tourist destinations.
It’s one side is covered by the steep snow-capped mountain and the other side is covered with a vast green plain.
Tsomogo lake is the glacier lake that contains water from the melting of the snow-capped mountains. The water of this lake keeps on changing with the change in the season.
Highlights:
- The ever-changing colour and nature of the Tsomogo lake.
4. Kanchenjunga mountain
Kanchenjunga boasts itself by being the 3rd highest peak in the world. It is surrounded by the Sikkim, Tibet, Nepal. The name Kanchenjunga is a Tibetian name that means “The five treasure of the high snow”.
The five treasures that are being said here are the Gold, Silver, Gem, Grain and the holy book.
Kanchenjunga mountain is an adventurous paradise with a steep mountain to climb. Trekkers and mountain climbers all over the world come to challenge themselves.
Highlights:
- If you are an adventurous (trekker or a mountain climber) person you can challenge the mountains.
- It has a majestic snow-capped mountain scenery.
5. Himalayan zoological park
If you are a person who adores wildlife. Then this place is a must-visit place for you. The Himalayan zoological park is home to diverse flora and fauna. It was established in the year 1991, and it is the first one of its kind.
The forest is maintained by the government of the Sikkim and environment and wildlife management department. This park has all the necessary shops, so you can enjoy the zoological park to your heart content.
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Highlights:
- Enjoy the scenic beauty of diverse flora and fauna.
- It has animals like the snow leopard cat, Himalayan black bear, Himalayan red panda, and many more species.
