Is Namchi worth visiting?

The city’s many scenic sights and museums are worth exploring, as are its streets, which you’ll want to stroll for hours on end. Of course, you’re also in Namchi for soul food, and you’ll find plenty of it here. As you read ahead, you’ll virtually explore the top places in Namchi that are worth a trip.

Why is Namchi famous?

Housing the world’s largest statue of Padmasambhava or Guru Rinpoche, the patron saint of Sikkim, Namchi is situated about 78 km from Gangtok and is famous for its Buddhist monastery and scenic locales. Offering panoramic views of the mountain ranges and the valley below, it lies at about 1,675 m above mean sea level.

Which is more beautiful Darjeeling or Gangtok?

On a personal note,I would suggest Darjeeling over Gangtok,mainly because of the natural beauty and mannificient view of Kanchendzongha ranges that it offers. The colourful life in a hill station can be enjoyed more in Darjeeling. It also offers excellent options for food and shopping…

Is Kanchenjunga visible from Namchi?

Like most places in Sikkim, one can view Mt. Kanchenjunga from Namchi. A new ropeway line will put this destination on the top for one of the best views of Kanchenjunga, after completion (anytime soon).

Which is better Pelling or namchi?

Pellinh offers much more than namchi. If intrestef then you can do namchi on the way from Gangtok to Pelling. Hi rava1200, Pelling is a better place to spend a night but you can cover Namchi on way from Gangtok to Pelling.

Is there any volcano in Sikkim?

Tinkitam offers a view of a dormant volcano that one can come across during the trek from Damthang to Tendong National Park….

Tinkitam
Tinkitam Location in Sikkim, India Show map of Sikkim Show map of India Show all
Coordinates: 27°14′0″N 88°19′32″ECoordinates: 27°14′0″N 88°19′32″E
Country	India
State	Sikkim

Is namchi a town?

Namchi or Namtse is the district headquarter of the district of South Sikkim in the Indian state of Sikkim. The appellation Namchi means Sky (Nam) High (Chi) in Sikkimese….

Namchi
District	South Sikkim
Government
• Type	Municipal Council
Elevation	1,315 m (4,314 ft)

What is the meaning of Namchi?

sky high
Namchi, meaning sky high, nestled among the hills at an elevation of 5500 ft., commands panoramic view of the snow capped mountains and vast stretches of valley. it is also the HQ of the south district.

Is Sikkim and Gangtok same?

listen); Nepali pronunciation: [ˈɡantok]) is a city, municipality, the capital and the largest town of the Indian state of Sikkim. It is also the headquarters of the East Sikkim district. Gangtok is in the eastern Himalayan range, at an elevation of 1,650 m (5,410 ft).

Can Everest be seen in Gangtok?

Not only can you see Kanchenjunga peaks from here, you can also see four of the five highest peaks of the world including Everest, Lhotse, Kanchenjunga and Makalu – all in one stretch of snow!

Can you see Everest from Darjeeling?

Tiger Hill (2,590 m) is located in Darjeeling, in the Indian State of West Bengal. It has a panoramic view of Mount Everest and Mount Kanchenjunga together.