Published 17:10 IST, February 6th 2020
Things to do and best places to visit in Gangtok in 2020 for a perfect weekend getaway
Check out the essential places to visit and things to do in Gangtok that must be on top of the list while planning an itinerary to the capital city of Sikkim.
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Gangtok, Sikkim is one such destination that lies in foothills of Himalayas and offers visitors some scenic views that one cant afford to miss. Besides surreal sceneries, re is a wide range of things to do in Gangtok. From relaxing at hilltop hotels to chilling by beautiful lakes, re are ample things to enjoy during a trip to Gangtok. Have a look:
Places to visit and things to do in Gangtok
Glance Gangtok from Deorali
zig-zag thrilling adventure ride from Deorali to Tashiling is one of most famous things to do in Gangtok. It is a cable zig ropeway with seats, so visitors enjoy ride standing. ride has a total of three stations: first is Deorali, second is Namnang - one of topmost stations and n comes Tashiling. timings to enjoy ride are 9:30 am to 4:30 pm (timings may vary due to multiple reasons).
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Get in proximity with mountain animals at Dzongri
Yak Safari makes for a very unusual and unique experience among all things to do in Gangtok. Yak ride takes visitors through places and in Gangtok. re are a few popular trails in safari - Dzongri area and Tsomgo Lake. Also a great place for photography lovers.
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Go mountain biking at some of popular routes in Gangtok
One of best things to do in Gangtok for all adventure lovers is mountain biking. Most of trails that are carved for activity help visitors experience nature at its best. Some of most popular trails are: Gangtok- Phodong- Dikchu Makha- Sirwani- Temi and Gangtok- Rumtek- Sang- Sirwani- Temi- Namchi- Namthang- Rangpo.
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Explore river rafting at Dikchu-Teesta Bridge
River rafting in beautiful river of Teesta is one of many adventurous things to do in Gangtok. re are many campsites along river that offer overnight stays and a full day of rafting. Some of most popular trails are: Dikchu-Teesta Bridge and Bordang-Melli.
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Shop till you drop at Lal Bazaar
market brings in local artisans and farmers toger where y come toger to sell, bargain and talk about ir products. Lal Bazaar is an ideal spot for shopaholics in Gangtok. busy market also makes for an ideal place for photographers to capture vendors selling ir local commodities.
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17:10 IST, February 6th 2020