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Gangtok

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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. Gangtok is in East Sikkim. Find what you're looking for from your Gangtok holiday, by planning the whole thing with us using our handy India online itinerary planner.
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Tsongmo Lake
4.6
Duration:2 h
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Nathula
4.6
Duration:2 h
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Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple
4.4
Duration:2 h
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MG Marg
4.4
Duration:2 h

Kid-friendly things to do in Gangtok

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

Side trips from Gangtok

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

Historic Sites in Gangtok

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

Nature in Gangtok

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

Hidden gems in Gangtok

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