Pelling is a small town located at an altitude of 2150 m is last destination in our tour of the sate of Sikkim. It is fast growing into tourist destination in the state of Sikkim. This has become a destination for all seasons, and has hotels and resorts catering to all budgets.
The main attraction of the place is breathtaking view it offers of the Khangchendzonga and surrounding ranges. We could also get a glimpse of it for a fraction of second even though it was misty in the morning.
Other attraction in and around the town are:
This small town has serene environment and picturesque which is ideal for mountain biking, sightseeing, traditional sports and bird-watching.
How to Reach: We reached this place from Lachung which is around 170 kms away. The drive through the wining roads in the mountains was a beautiful experience.
The main attraction of the place is breathtaking view it offers of the Khangchendzonga and surrounding ranges. We could also get a glimpse of it for a fraction of second even though it was misty in the morning.
Other attraction in and around the town are:
- Pemayangste Monastery in Pemayangste
- Ruins of Rabdentse Palace in Rabdentse
- Kanchenjungha Falls
- Khecheopalri Lake
This small town has serene environment and picturesque which is ideal for mountain biking, sightseeing, traditional sports and bird-watching.
How to Reach: We reached this place from Lachung which is around 170 kms away. The drive through the wining roads in the mountains was a beautiful experience.
Very beautiful place indeed.
ReplyDeleteThese mountain resorts must be a wonderful place to travel to in summer to escape the heat and enjoy the views!
ReplyDeleteawesome pictures
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome...
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful. Loved the post and pics. My favorite 2nd one.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful place, so peaceful in the mist.
ReplyDeleteHappy Mosaic Monday.
Look at that young man on the zipline. Wow. Fun seeing that picture next to the prayer flag building. Obviously a great place for family and a blend of traditional and non-traditional vacation activities. And beautiful scenery And nature.
ReplyDeletebeautiful :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome photos especially the 2nd one ~ beautiful! thanks,
ReplyDeleteWishing you a Happy Week ~ ^_^
Wow - that's some spectacular scenery.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful place.. I've to go there at least once in my life..
ReplyDeleteMagnificent shots.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos - I love the mountain shot. Happy week!
ReplyDeleteLovely captures!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful place !
ReplyDeleteGreat pics.Sikkim is not exposed so well.
ReplyDeleteGreat Mountain scenery, love it.
ReplyDeleteAll the best, Gordon.
Simply beautiful. I can see why it has become a tourist destination.
ReplyDeleteLove that mountain!
ReplyDeleteRog abcw
Looks like a pleasant place to visit and relax with the views!
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i love the mountain the best
ReplyDeleteLovely photo's... mysterious surroundings
ReplyDeleteGoregous views! Great captures!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful place to visit and indeed the mountain views are breath-taking.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful destination, with a lot of things to do.
ReplyDeleteVery nice photos!
Beautiful place !
ReplyDeleteTrès joli sommet enneigé ;-)
ReplyDeleteCéline & Philippe
Beautiful place!
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