Gangtok, the capital city of Gangtok is known for its rich flora and fauna, the humble residents and the historical Buddhist monasteries. The place provides the tourists an ideal break from the hectic schedule and the mundane life. The most talked about tourist place at Gangtok is the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, which is a research center for Mahayana Buddhism and Tibetan culture. The Tsuk-La-Khang or Royal Chapel open during the Losar festival is another must visit in Gangtok. Another important monastery is the Enchey Gompa, which can ideally be visited in the festival season of January-February. Gangtok is a perfect symbol of the confluence of past and present, tradition and modernity.
Flanking the prominent presence of Stupas and monasteries, Gangtok bustles like any other town. Eyes do not get tired beholding the picturesque sites of flags whipping in breeze; wheels spinning in the hands of Lamas mumbling invocations to God, snowy streets, brightly-painted pagoda-roofed houses. directly facing the city is the hill Lukshyma, the 'Mother of Pearl' citadel of the magic mountain, Khang-Chen-Dzod-Nga, which is worshipped as a local deity.
There are many tour sites in Gangtok like Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Orchid Sanctuary, Deer Park, Dul-Dul Chorten, Tsomgo Lake, Changu Lake, Labrang Monastery, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rumtek Monastery, One of the oft-visited sites of Gangtok is the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. It was built in 1958 and is a research center for Mahayana Buddhism and Tibetan culture. Besides being a museum of traditional and old artifacts, one can also buy Buddhist religious books and other objects of craft. Nearby is a gompa for young lamas. The Tsuk-La-Khang or Royal Chapel is the main place of worship and assembly for the Buddhists and is huge repertoire of religious relics.
List of some of the major Hotels of Gangtok are :
Flanking the prominent presence of Stupas and monasteries, Gangtok bustles like any other town. Eyes do not get tired beholding the picturesque sites of flags whipping in breeze; wheels spinning in the hands of Lamas mumbling invocations to God, snowy streets, brightly-painted pagoda-roofed houses. directly facing the city is the hill Lukshyma, the 'Mother of Pearl' citadel of the magic mountain, Khang-Chen-Dzod-Nga, which is worshipped as a local deity.
There are many tour sites in Gangtok like Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Orchid Sanctuary, Deer Park, Dul-Dul Chorten, Tsomgo Lake, Changu Lake, Labrang Monastery, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rumtek Monastery, One of the oft-visited sites of Gangtok is the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. It was built in 1958 and is a research center for Mahayana Buddhism and Tibetan culture. Besides being a museum of traditional and old artifacts, one can also buy Buddhist religious books and other objects of craft. Nearby is a gompa for young lamas. The Tsuk-La-Khang or Royal Chapel is the main place of worship and assembly for the Buddhists and is huge repertoire of religious relics.
List of some of the major Hotels of Gangtok are :
| » | Hotel Central | » | Sidlon Residency |
| » | Chumbi Residency | » | Hotel Rendezvous |
| » | Hotel Tibet | » | Hotel Tashi Delek |
| » | Nor-Khill Hotel | » | New Castle |
| » | Shambhala Mountain Resort |
