Top Things to do in West Sikkim
What to do and see in West Sikkim, Sikkim: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in West Sikkim, India including Dubdi Monastery, Tashiding Monastery, Singshore Bridge, Sangacholing Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins, Sangay Falls, Rimbi Waterfalls, Dzongri Goechala.
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1. Dubdi Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By ramrex - Mumbai, India
The whole experience is great ... its a steep road to reach the monastery from its base thru thick woods and gives an amazing feeling. Walk slowly and take your time to appreciate the nature around you. You hear lot of birds chirping & calls and If you are lucky you get to see the wood owl. The monastery and its surrounding area is well maintained and there is a lama school near it. Its a good 2/3 hour out and relish nature.
2. Tashiding Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By 478richs - Boston, United States
Tashi Ding is an active monastery in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. I recently visited to attend the cremation of my Tibetan master. The monastery was established in the 1600's. There are two holy caves visited by the master Guru Rinpoche located at the site. There is a stupa garden, two meditation halls, a prayer wheel house with an immense prayer wheel, as well as residences for the monks. On the walk up to the site is a little shop at which you can buy a traditional kata, or prayer shawl, to make an offering. Below the main site is one of the 8 great charnel grounds (burial sites) in the Buddhist tradition. The site is pretty high up and there is some steep walking, I recommend taking your time climbing the hill. Modest dress is most appropriate, generally long pants are best - not shorts.
3. Singshore Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 376 reviews
Reviewed By CameliaSur - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
Asia's second highest hanging bridge will offer you with that safe adventurous streak when you stand on it and look over to catch the glimpse of the mountains around. When the car moves over the bridge it will vibrate so the first time it will give a tingling sensation.
4. Sangacholing Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By S123Rai - Mangalore, India
It was a five minutes drive for us from our hotel ..but trekking to this place is also a good option which we did not opt for it as we were traveling with little children. The is ample parking spacwhich is a huge plus point. Recently (November-2018) a statue of Chenrezig (137feet) and a skywalk has been inaugurated here. Some minor constructions works are still ongoing.The place is just awesome.The skywalk, the statue just beautiful.It was cloudy when we were there so we couldn’t get a good view of the Kanchenjunga range but still it looked scenic.The view below the skywalk is not that great , just the ground for now but they are working on making beautiful gardens . The monastery is calm and peaceful .The sound of prayers transports you to another world.The view from here is also breathtaking One well maintain Np and serene place , a must visit when in Pelling.
5. Rabdentse Ruins
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 408 reviews
Reviewed By rao-ash - Colombo, Sri Lanka
We entered the gates leading to the ruins and the bird sanctuary. There's a small lake which is regarded as holy and the chirping of the birds to keep you company as you walk by. We chose to buy some toffees before going to the ruins for some energy on the way - just in case. There's a small restaurant at the entrance itself where you can buy things and get something to eat before or after your walk. The trail divides into two and one goes into the bird sanctuary and the other goes into the palace ruins. Since it is winding trail, as opposed to the short distance from the other Gangtok sights, every so often there are people asking passers-by about how much further to go!! We also asked on our way to the ruins and got asked on our way back from the ruins... Both parties would end up laughing about how long the trail is. It is not that long!! But it does take about 15-20 minutes and the walk through the wooded place is indeed very peaceful. Just 100 metres from the ruins, the Archeological Society of India has put up a funny board which had us in splits because it was the least expected thing in the middle of the jungle. And we did get to the ruins which is a sight in itself. The ruins comprise the outer and inner walls and finally the palace itself. One can only see the ruins of the palace. There's a toilet and museum at a distance which we chose to skip. There's a lady selling tea, local snacks and toffees at the entrance. We walked through the ruins and imagined how beautiful it might have been then! We took a lot of pictures and spent more time taking in the view. There are splendid views on the left and the front where you can see the mountains in the distance. Those travelling with kids will have a good time but will need to watch the small ones. We walked back to the entrance and bought packaged snacks and juice at the restaurant. We saw other groups ordering the local lunch thali.
6. Sangay Falls
7. Rimbi Waterfalls
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By lizrowley - Arthog, United Kingdom
There is something about seeing a large volume of water falling over massive rocks from a great height that both mesmerises and creates awe. It demontrates both timelessness and power, and is quite hypnotic.
8. Dzongri Goechala
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
