North Sikkim

The capital of North Sikkim is Mangan and the more we travel further we can witness the true beauty of North Sikkim. The lush green pine trees started to thin down and pave their way into the dry tundra vegetation which grows beneath the mountains.

As slowly you began to enter you will find the Khangchendzonga National Park it is the home of nearly half of the Indian bird's diversity, rarely found red Panda, wild coniferous trees, orchids, and one-third of the country's flowering plants. A pristine view of a white snow-covered mountain top, the liveliness of majestic waterfall, vivid colorful landscapes, the sky full of stars at night, and the sky touching Mount Kanchenjunga on the north-western side. These are the things that you can witness while visiting North Sikkim.

Places to Visit North Sikkim

Lachen & Lachung

These two immensely beautiful villages soaked in Sikkim culture are surely going to be on the list of your exploration. These villages reside in the North parts of Sikkim having all the facilities of homestays these villages offer you an opportunity to experience the countryside life of Sikkim. The Splendid natural beauty of the village and the colorful landscape of the village looks like oil paintings on canvas, most tourists make this destination their base while visiting Yumthang valley.

Yumthang Valley

This beautiful valley is a treat to your eyes during the spring season, the Yumgthang valley offers you a picture square view of hilly terrain. The valley is also known for its flowers due to the large stretch of land filled with various species of the Rhododendron. The mesmerizing landscape adorned with vivid flowers and the bustling water of river Teesta is a paradise for nature-loving tourists. The village of the Lachung is the base for all travelers who want to visit the Yumthang valley, The valleys of flowers.

Gurudongmar Lake

Gurudongmar lake is one of the highest lakes in the world. The view of the lake and its surrounding is breathtaking situated at a height of 17100 ft above sea level. The view o the Lake and its surrounding landscape and the tranquil atmosphere brings immense peace to the mind. But with the height comes the danger of thin oxygen, so be well prepared while visiting the lake after all you won't regret visiting the place. The village is located near the scenic village of Lachen and most of the tourists hold their night stay at Lachen for their morning visit to the Lake.

Chung Thang

A picture square small town situated near the river Lachen and Lachung. With the breathtaking immensely beautiful Landscape and valleys. It is also a religious place for the Buddhist faith. It is believed to be the place where Guru Padmasambhava himself walked around and sat on a rock. This has carved the footprint of Padmasambhava as per legends. There is also a huge paddy field which is wonderful to visit.