North Sikkim, Sikkim

Kabi Lingchok - This historical place is 17 kms from Gangtok on the North Sikkim Highway. This is where the historic treaty of blood brotherhood between the Lepcha Chief Te-Kung-Tek and the Bhutia Chief Khey-Bum-Sar was signed ritually. The spot where the ceremony took place is marked by a memorial stone pillar amidst the cover of dense forest.

Phensong Monastery - The place is situated on the gentle slope stretching from Kabi to Phodong with perhaps one of the best landscapes in the region. The Phensong Monastery, under the Nyingmapa Buddhist order, was built in 1721 during the time of Jigme Pawo. It was gutted by fire in 1947 and rebuilt in 1948 through the efforts of the lamas. The annual festival of Chaam is performed on the 29th and 28th days of the tenth month of Lunar calendar (Tibetan Calendar).

Phodong Monastery - One of the six major monasteries in Sikkim, Phodong Monastery is located in the north approximately 38 kms from Gangtok. 4 kms beyond Phodong is the recently-renovated Labrang Monastery, unique in its architectural design.

Singhik - The place offers one of the most spectacular views of Mt. Khangchendzonga and its ranges. A well-located Tourist Lodge provides accommodation for visitors. The area also has a number of interesting short nature trails for 1 to 3 days along the higher ridges of the surrounding hills.

Chungthang - Chungthang, on the confluence of Lachen and Lachung Chu and the starting point of River Teesta, has emerged as a major sub-division settlement in North Sikkim. It is the nodal junction for the two passes, Lachen and Lachung. The Valley is believed to have been blessed by Guru Rimpoche and one can visit the Holy Guru Lhedo to see the foot and the palm prints left behind by the Patron Saint. The place, rich in biodiversity with a large variety of orchids, plants & wildlife, is 95 kms from Gangtok, 23 kms from Lachung, 29 kms from Lachen, and is predominantly a Lepcha region.

Lachung - A Bhutia village with a unique local self-governing body called the Zumsa which sustitutes the Panchayat. Lachung has emerged as a tourist destination with the soaring popularity of Yumthang valley which is just 25 km away from Lachung. The village, spread out on either side of Lachung Chu, has managed to retain its unique culture and tradition. The Lachung Monastery on the slope opposite to the highway is a focal point of all religious functions of the local inhabitants. To get a glimpse of the religious functions performed on auspicious occassions a visit to the Monastery should form part of the tour itinerary.

Yumthang - Yumthang at an elevation of 11,800 ft., and 140 kms from Gangtok, is a paradise for nature lovers with a fascinating blend of flora and fauna and breathtaking scenic grandeur. The valley is also the home for Shingbha Rhododendron Sanctuary with 24 species of Rhododendrons. Yumthang "Tsa-Chu" or the hot spring on the left bank of Lachung Chu is immensely popular for its curative properties and healing power.