About
A serene town in West Sikkim offering arguably the best unobstructed views of Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,586m) — the world's third-highest peak. Home to Pemayangtse Monastery.
Must-see highlights
Pemayangtse Monastery
Kanchenjunga Waterfall
Singshore Bridge (220m—highest in India)
Rabdentse Palace ruins
Khecheopalri Lake (wish-fulfilling)
Skywalk over cliff
Rimbi Orange Garden
Dentam Valley viewpoint
Sanga Choeling Monastery (oldest in Sikkim)
Zemathang Viewpoint Kanchenjunga
Darap village cultural walk
On the map
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors · New Jalpaiguri (NJP) 148km · Bagdogra Airport 140km
Nearby attractions
Pemayangtse MonasteryRabdentse RuinsKhecheopalri LakeSingshore BridgeRimbi Rock Garden
How to get here
Gangtok → Pelling
shared_jeep · 4h
₹300
approx.
Gangtok → Pelling
cab · 3.5h
₹2,200
approx.
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Add to my tripBest Time to Visit
October – December, March – April
Nearest Transport
New Jalpaiguri (NJP)148 km
Bagdogra Airport140 km
Stay Options
budget₹600/night
mid₹1,800/night
luxury₹5,000/night
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Peak (80+) Good (60+) Fair Avoid
