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 | Picturesque Pelling |  |  | | | | | | | The best place to view the beauty of the snow capped ranges of Kanchenjunga - the third highest peak in the world, is from Pelling. Adorned by the Alpine forest on its hillsides and the swirling clouds above, Pelling is bound by the majestic mountains of the Kanchenjunga on all sides. The spectacular sights from Pelling leaves the visitor spell bound. | | | | | | | | | |  |  |  | | | | | | | | | | Located in Sikkim at a height of 6800ft, in the eastern Himalayas, Pelling is a tourist destination that attracts visitors mainly for its scenic beauty and the picturesque views of the Kanchenjunga. The village of Pelling is named after an old monastery of the region called Pemaling Choeling. Pelling is a paradise for nature enthusiasts as well, as bird watching here is a favourite pastime. | | | | | | Places to see | | |  | | | | | | |  | Yuksom
Yuksom was the first capital of Sikkim. It is about 35 kms from Pelling. The place is steeped in Sikkim legends. | | | | Rabdentse Palace
Rabdentse was once the second capital of Sikkim. It is about 3 to 4 kilometer from Pelling. The palace is in ruins now. | | | | Pemayangste Monastery
The premier monastery of the state, this monastery is considered very special as it is meant for `ta-sang¿ lamas (pure monks). The model was built single handedly by Dugzin Rimpoche. | | | | Sangacholing Monastery
The second oldest monastery Sangacholing Monastery is close to Pemayangtse and located on a ridge above Pelling. | | | | Khecheopalri Lake
Khecheopalri Lake is considered as one of the sacred lakes of Sikkim by the Hindus and Buddhists. The lake is 34km northwest of Pelling. This lake is known as the "Wishing Lake". A holy dip in the lake is believed to fulfill ones wish/wishes. The lake is also believed to be the footprint of Goddess Tara. | | | | Sangay Waterfall
10 km from Pelling, is a spectacular falls with its pristine water lashing down the hill side. | | | | Mountain Ranges
The mountain ranges that can be viewed from here are the Koktang, Kumbhakarna, Rathong, Kabru, Dom, Kanchenjunga, Pandim, Zopuno, Shimbho, Narsing, Siniyalchu and others | | | | Trekking routes
Pelling has a number of picturesque paths for trekkers. Route of trekkers include Pemayangtse, Khechopalri, Yuksum, Tsokha, Dzongri, Thangshing, Zemathang, Chaurigang, Tashiding, Varsey, Yangang, Rabongla, Sang & Sikip | | | | Yak Safari
One can ride the back of a Yak for a unique experience. | | | | Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking is one of the recently introduced adventure sport in Sikkim which is gaining popularity. | | | | Hang Gliding
This has also emerged as one of the much sought after sport by the adventure travellers. | | | | River Rafting
Teesta and Rangit are the two main rivers of the land for river rafting enthusiasts | | | | | | | | | | | | | How to Reach | | | | | | | | | | |  | | By Air | | | | | Bagdogra is the nearest airport | | | | | | | |  | | By Rail | | | | | The nearest rail head is New Jalpaiguri (NJP) | | | | | | | |  | | By Road | | | | | Pelling is connected with Siliguri, Kalimpong, Gangtok etc.
Siliguri is 133kms away
Gangtok is 125 kms away
Bagdogra is 140kms from Pelling
New Jalpaiguri is 140 kms from Pelling | | | | | | | | | | | | | | DYK | | | | | | | | | | | | Kanchenjunga is considered the guardian deity of Sikkim. | | | | | | | | | | | |