Rumtek Monastery Tours

You don't need to be a nun or a monk to appreciate the solemnity of Rumtek Monastery. Visit for a glimpse into some local religious traditions and cultures.

If you've got time to stop for a while in Gangtok, Rumtek Monastery is an interesting place to start your exploring. This residence for monks is one of numerous attractions that'll keep you busy here. MG Marg Market, Kanchendzonga National Park, and Ranka Monastery are also waiting to be discovered nearby.

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Prayer flags are colorful rectangular pieces of clothes inscribed with prayers, mantras and auspicious symbols often hung in high passes, mountain ridges in the Himalayas. Buddhists believe that the prayer flags generate spiritual vibrations that are released when blown by the wind and the prayers are carried in the air like silent prayers. Any person and place touched by the wind will be happier and uplifted. (May be that's the reason why people on Himalayas are always happy) There are 2types of Prayer flags: 1.Lungta(horizontal) & 2. Darcho

Enchey Monastery

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Learn about the local history of Gangtok with a stop at Enchey Monastery. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its temples.

Enchey Monastery

Shiv Mandir

After visiting Shiv Mandir, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gangtok. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.

Shiv Mandir

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Namgyal Institute of Tibetology in Gangtok. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

Himalayan Zoological Park

Meet the animals who call Himalayan Zoological Park home during your trip to Gangtok. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.

Himalayan Zoological Park

Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary

You can take time to visit Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary during your travels to Gangtok. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary

Banjhakri Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Banjhakri Falls during your travels in Gangtok. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's waterfalls.

Banjhakri Falls

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