Monasteries in North Sikkim
Buddhism shaped Sikkim, Bhutan and the Darjeeling hills. Rumtek, Pemayangtse, Tashiding, Ghoom, Zang Dhok Palri and the dzongs of Bhutan are working places of worship.
We time visits for morning prayers or festival days and explain what to wear, where photos are allowed and how to walk around a chorten.
Places
Where to go
A sacred lake at about 5,430 m on the edge of the Tibetan plateau
The quiet overnight stop below Thangu and Gurudongmar
A wooden mountain village at the gate to Yumthang and Zero Point
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Routes to start from
Experiences
Hours that fit the style
Stays
Where we would book
Family-run rooms in the older part of Lachung, across the river from the main road. Simple, warm hospitality and home-cooked meals at the lowest price in …
An established mid-range resort in Lachung with wooden-finished rooms and valley views, commonly used on Value packages. Reliable service and meals at a fair price for …
One of the most comfortable resorts in Lachung, with larger rooms, better heating and mountain views. Our Comfort-tier choice for the Lachung valley.
Simple family-run lodges and homestays in Lachen, used by almost every Gurudongmar package. Basic, warm-hearted and set up for 4 am starts.
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