West Sikkim

West Sikkim is a district and is famous for Pelling and Kanchenjunga. There are several smaller offbeat destinations in the area.

Pelling

Pelling in West Sikkim is about 133km away from Siliguri and 125 km from Gangtok and is well connected by bus and jeep services. Pelling is among the top tourist destinations in Sikkim apart from Gangtok and North Sikkim. Placid Pelling pulls most of the visitors for its representative status in the history, nature, and culture of the state. more on Pelling

Varsey

Versey is a tourist spot situated in West Sikkim. The height of Versey is about 10500ft. From here you can see the Kanchenjunga and various mountain peaks. In the forest of Versey, you can see the various types of flower-like magnolia, hemlocks, orchids etc. More on Varsey

Legship

On the way to Pelling, Legship is a small but important town in West Sikkim. There is a famous temple of lord shiv beside the river Rangit which flows by the town. Boating, kayaking, and canoeing activities can be enjoyed on the river. A Water Theme Park is also situated here which is popular among locals and tourists.

Biksthang

A short distance from Pelling is the small hamlet of Biksthang. The place is also known as Chunchen or Mongalbaria. It is a new and upcoming tourist destination in West Sikkim. The mountainous picks of the Kanchenjunga range are well visible from Biksthang. Nature is the main attraction of Bisthang. There is a nice accommodation serving guests to the region.

Dzongri

At an altitude of 4,200 m, Dzongri is among the best trekking destinations in India today. The sights of the milky white peaks all around Dzongri are bound to keep you gazing. The awesome presence of the great mountains thrusting their snowy peaks deciphers the strength of the Tethys Sea bulging its muscles to reach this towering height. No less than 14 of them soar majestically to 20,000 ft. plus. The centre of attraction, of course, remains the Kanchenjunga. more on Dzongri

Uttare

Situated in the west district of Sikkim, you can reach Uttare from Pelling, Gezing or Dentam. The height of Uttare is about 6600ft. Uttare is famous for its tranquillity and natural beauty. more on Uttare

Rinchenpong

At an altitude of about 5576ft, Rinchingpong is the latest addition to the tourist map of West Sikkim. The place is famous for the beautiful view of the Kanchenjunga range of mountains. more on Rinchingpong