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Gangtok

3.9
Bodies of Water · Landmarks · Historic Sites
Situated in the eastern Himalayan range, state capital Gangtok combines a modern, resort town style with ancient spiritual beliefs and an impressive natural heritage. Mountain views act as the backdrop to holidays in Gangtok, where much of the focus also lies on the monasteries, shrines, and temples of this old center of Tibetan Buddhist pilgrimage. Local delicacies such as momo (stuffed dumplings) also link Gangtok to Tibet. Use Gangtok as your gateway for exploring the state and beyond, with tour operators offering a number of day excursions and longer trips. Use our India visit planner to arrange the details of your trip to Gangtok and other destinations.
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Top Gangtok tours

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Popular things to do in Gangtok

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Tsongmo Lake
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Nathula
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
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Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
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MG Marg
4.4
Duration: 2 hours

Kid-friendly things to do in Gangtok

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Hanuman Tok
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
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Flower Exhibition Centre
3.1
Duration: 2 hours
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Ganesh Tok View Point
4.0
Duration: 2 hours
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Tashi View Point
3.6
Duration: 2 hours

Side trips from Gangtok

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Rumtek Monastery Sikkim
Sikkim
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
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Batasia Loop
Darjeeling
4.0
Duration: 2 hours
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Pemayangtse Monastery
Sikkim
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
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Neora Valley National Park
Darjeeling District
4.6
Duration: 8 hours

Historic Sites in Gangtok

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Ranka Monastery
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
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Do Drul Chorten Monastery
3.8
Duration: 2 hours
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Enchey Monastery
4.1
Duration: 2 hours
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Shiv Mandir
4.7
Duration: 2 hours

Nature in Gangtok

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Banjhakri Water Falls
3.9
Duration: 2 hours
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Seven Sisters Waterfalls
3.4
Duration: 2 hours
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Mt. Katao
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
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Menmecho Lake
4.4
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Gangtok

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Nature & Wildlife Tours
4.7
Duration: 4 hours
Cholamu Lake
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
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Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
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Khangchendzonga National Park
4.5
Duration: 8 hours
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