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Gangtok, Sikkim, India |
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South Sikkim |
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 Namchi
Namchi, meaning 'Sky High', nestled among the hills at an
elevation of 5,500 ft commands panoramic view of the
snow-capped mountains and vast stretches of valley. Atop
Samdruptse hilltop near Namchi, recently erected is the
worlds tallest statue of Guru Padmasambhava, the patron
saint of both Hindus and the Buddhist. |
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 Temi
Tea Garden
The one and only tea estate existing in the State produces
one of the top quality teas in the international market. The
tea garden is spread out on a gentle hill slope originating
from the Tendong Hill and provides a magnificent view for
the surrounding villages. The visit to the fact" could be an
eye opener for those wanting to know more about the tea
processing methods.
A night spent in a old British built bungalow located just
below the tea garden could be an enthralling experience of
linking the past to the present. A visit to the garden,
enroute to the Tendong Hill, could be a rewarding experience
for those who want to cornbine nature and culture as they
keep trekking. |
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 Ravangla
At the base of Menam Hill is Ravangla, a small township and
transit to various tourist destinations in South and West
Sikkim. It is also an upcoming tourist spot, and transit
point for trekkers to Menam Hill and Borong. There are
accomodation facilities and numerous short nature trails. A
trek down to the sacred cave 'Shar Chok Bephu', one of the
four holiest caves in Sikkim, would be a memorable
experience. |
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 Menam
Hill
Menam Hill towers above Tendong Hill on the other side over
looking the ravangla Bazar settlement. Situated at an
altitude of 10,300 ft the scenic view from this height is,
perhaps, unmatched in this part of the world. Mt.
Khangchendzonga and its surrounding ranges looms above the
dwarf the richly forested and rugged hill. On a clear sunny
day, it is possible to see the plains of Bengal spanning
across Kalimpong and darjeeling Hills in the South, right
across the Indo-China border towards the North. A short
distance away is the legendary Bhaley Bhunga, a kind of
rocky spur which juts out from the ridge top and remains
suspended in the air above Yangang village. |
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Borong
Facing the snow-capped mountains is Borong, motorable from
Ravangla or a trek via Menam. A picturesque village, its
beautiful landscape and magnificent view is also host to the
hot spring, Borong TsaChu'. The trek trail, originating from
Namchi or Damthang to Tendong - Ravangla - Menam - Borong
(5-6 days) is one of the most interesting trails scaling all
the hill tops along the route. The trek can continue to
Tashiding or terminate at Borong and drive back to Ravangla. |
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