CITY
Sikkim, India
Gangtok
About Gangtok
Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, offers beautiful mountain scenery, Buddhist monasteries, and cable car rides with views of Kangchenjunga.
Quick Details
Best Time to Visit
March to June and September to February
Climate
Subtropical highland, cool
Top Attractions in Gangtok
Must-visit sightseeing points and activities for your checklist
MG Marg
Gangtok's vibrant pedestrian main street lined with shops, restaurants, and flower beds — the social heart of the city.
Rumtek Monastery
One of the largest and most important monasteries in Sikkim, home to a significant collection of Tibetan Buddhist relics.
Tsomgo Lake
A glacial lake at 3,753m altitude, 40km from Gangtok — sacred to the local people and surrounded by alpine flora and fauna.
Nathu La Pass
Nathu La Pass is one of the top attractions at Gangtok.
