A tapestry of terrace fields, coniferous forests, Buddhist monasteries and mountain magic - Gangtok literally means 'the top of the hill'.
The capital city of Sikkim, a tiny Himalayan state, Gangtok is a delightful tour destination. Set at an altitude of 5,600 meters above the sea level, Gangtok offers an exotic platform from where you enjoy uninterrupted views of snow-clad Himalayan peaks.
Drained by mountain rivers like Tista and Toulong, Gangtok is a fascinating forest world dotted with gompas that stand on green elevations with Buddhist flags fluttering over their domes.
Trek through Rhododendron forests, wild orchids and dense mountain forests; meet rare wildlife and let mountain birds entertain you with sweet musical strains on tours to Gangtok with India City Tours.
History
There isn't much information on the ancient history of Gangtok. The earliest documents that mention the existence of Gangtok can be traced back to the year 1716.
Gangtok was just a tiny rural hamlet that gradually developed over the years. The Enchey Monastery is perhaps the first monastery that was built in Gangtok, Sikkim, India.
Tourist Attractions
Inspite of the fact that Gangtok is a very tiny city, there are no dearth of tourist attractions in this beatific paradise.
Begin your Gangtok tours with an exploratory sojourn to Tsuk La Khang Monastery i.e. a fascinating two-storied structure.
Visit the Institute of Tibetology that is a repository of antique objects such as manuscripts written in gold on tree barks, old thankas, tantric documents et al.
Enjoy tours to Dul-Dul Chorten, Jhang Club Chorten, Lal Bazaar, Rumtek Monastery, Tashiding Monastery, Yuksom, Mangan and the Pemayangtse Monastery while on tours to Gangtok with Magical India Tours.
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