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Pelling Hill Station Tour

Pelling Tour Offers a splendid View of Mesmerizing Kanchenjunga

Are you planning for Pelling Tour that offers a splendid view of mesmerizing Kanchenjunga mountain ranges. Located at an altitude of 6800 ft, Pelling, a picaresque hill is covered with dense forests which provide shelter to the many aboriginal wild animals. Pelling hill station tour offers the marvelous view of the hills of Kanchenjunga and the surrounding mountain ranges including Fray, Rathong, Koktang, Kabru Dom, Kabru South and Kabru North and many more. Snow, rock, cloud, forests altogether have Pelling a place to awe at.

Places to See around Pelling

Tour to Pemayangtse Monastery of Pelling: Established in 1705, Pemayangtse monastery, one of the oldest and most important monasteries in Sikkim, belongs to the Nyingma pa sect. The word Pemayangtse means perfect sublime lotus. The three storied building has praise worthy collection of sculptures and wall paintings. While visiting the monastery, one must not forget to view the seven tiered painted wooden model of the residence of Guru Rampoche, touched up with angels, rainbows and the entire array of Buddha and bodhisattva.

Sangachoeling Monastery Tour near Pelling: Constructed in 1697 AD, this monastery is located on an edge above Pelling and overlooking the celebrated Pemayangtse. It is the oldest monastery in the state and is open only to the Lepcha and Bhutanese communities. This monastery preserves a 300 years old crematorium which has seen the cremation of Lhatsun Namkha. Sangachoeling Monastery also offers the panoramic view of the Himalayan Range and the Pemayangtse Monastery.

Visit to Sewaro Rock Garden: Circumscribed by dense greenery and flowers, Sewaro Rock garden is an ideal picnic spot initiated by the department of tourism. This rock garden is well equipped with resting sheds, fountains, cafeteria, gardens, footpaths, swimming pool and flat stone to entertain the tourists at its most. It is located at a small distance of Karchen hydro electricity powerhouse.

Places to See Rabdengtse Ruins: Placed at a walking distance of Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdengtse Ruins is circumscribed by dense forests with some rare species of Orchids and lakes. It is a popular tourist places to see in Pelling. Being the second capital of the Sikkim state, Rabdengtse was ruled by the Sikkim kings till 1814. Now days, it lies in ruins. One can see the Kanchenjunga mountain ranges from here.

Trip to Changey Waterfall: Situated at a distance of 10 km from Pelling on western slopes of Pelling district of Western Sikkim, Changey Fall flows through the Changey village from Ranidhunga and is a popular tourist spot. All encompassing greenery around the fall have made it disappear and only a white line can be observed with the background of extensive green vegetation.

Tour to Khecheopalry Lake: Placed in the North West direction of Pelling town, this lake is considered as the holy lake which remains crowded throughout the year. The lake is known by several names such as the Wishing Lake, Sho Dzo Sho and Kha-Chot-Palri. If one sees this lake from a height it looks like the foot print of Lord Shiva. As per the legend, this lake is emerged after Nepali invasion and it relates a long mythological story. Moreover, it is a popular lake and close to the lake one can find trekker's outlet. February and March are the festive months and many festivals take place around the lake.

Visit to Singshore Bridge: Located at a distance of 5 km from Pelling, Singshore, 198 meter suspension bridge is the highest bridge of Sikkim and second highest gorge bridge in Asia. Bungee jumping will soon be started on the bridge by Government of Sikkim.

Excursion Tour around Pelling:

Excursion Tour to Ravangla: Located at an altitude of 8000 feet, Ravangla is a tiny semi town on the Gangtok Gaysiling highway. This place offers the panoramic view of the snow ranges of Greater Himalayas. Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Sinialchu and Mt. Pandim can also be viewed from here. Those who visit Ravangla in April May can view this picaresque small town at its best with blooming flowers all around the town.

Adventure Trekking Tour in Ravangla:

  1. A 12 km trek through the forests of Oak, Fir, Pine, and Rhododendron can take you to the Mainam peak at 10,600 ft.
  2. A 1.5 km uphill trek will take you to Veldunga. The route passes through the Mainam sanctuary and thus offers the beautiful view of Himalayan species such as leopard cat, Himalayan black bear, red Panda and many more.

Darjeeling Tourism: Located at the height of 2134 metre, Darjeeling is only 74 km away from Pelling. It offers the kaleidoscopic view of Kanchenjunga, Tiger Hill, Sandakfu and many more. A visit to the tea gardens of Darjeeling must not be missed out. Darjeeling for its moderate and pleasant climate has become a popular health resort of West Bengal as well as India.

While visiting Pelling one can also plan Siliguri, Gangtok and Dzongri.

Pelling Hotels:

  • Norbu Ghang Resort
  • Tashi Ghang Resort
  • Newa Regency
  • Phamrong
  • Green Valley

How to Reach Pelling:

How to Reach Pelling by Air: Bagdogra, the nearest airport of Pelling is located at a distance of 124 km from the town of Pelling. The frequent flights connect it with the prime cities like Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, and Guwahati of the country.

How to Reach Pelling by Train: The nearest railway station is located in Jalpaiguri. It connects the cities like Howrah, New Delhi, Darjeeling and many more.

Best Time to Visit Pelling:

Pelling can be visited throughout the year except mid June to August. One should carry Light woolen garments in summer and heavy woolen garments in winter.

A panoramic view to the pristine beauty of the snow capped Ranges of Kanchenjunga makes Pelling a popular tourist destination. The serene beauty of nature pervades although Pelling and makes it all time favorite tourist spot to the tourists.

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