Sanga-Choling Monastery
This monastery is one of the oldest in the
state, situated on a ridge above Pelling. Built in 1697 A.D., it faces the
Pemayangtse Monastery.
Sewaro Rock Garden
This Garden was developed by the tourism
department of Sikkim which is now a favourite picnic spot of the local people.
It has attractions like gardens, pools, zigzag foot path, swimming pool,
viewpoints and cafeteria.
Yuksum
It is the place where the first Chogyal of the
kingdom of Sikkim was crowned in 1642. The throne made of stones can be seen
here even today and the sacred footprint of Lhatsun Chenpo, lie close to the
throne. 2 km uphill from Yuksum is the oldest monastery of Sikkim, Dubdi which has
now been declared a National Monument and is protected by the Archaeological
Survey of India. Yuksum today is an attractive tourist destination with many stay
options including village home stays.Get holidays to Sikkim in very affordable price with best service.
Pemayangste Monastery
This is another old monastery of the State originally
established by Lhatsun Chempo, one of the revered Lamas who performed the
consecration ceremony of the first Chogyal of Sikkim. This ancient monastery
belonging to the Nyingma Sect was originally established as a high class
monastery for "Pure Monks (Ta-Sang).
