Guru Rinpoche, who introduced Buddhism to Sikkim, had blessed Tashiding as the land’s spiritual center. It lies between the Rathong and Rangit rivers.
Tag Archives | West Sikkim
List of travel related articles on West Sikkim. Includes detailed descriptions of the various sites, pictures, and hotel reviews.
Day trip around Pelling
The road to Tashiding is absolutely gorgeous with greenery and mountain views everywhere. In our minds we couldn’t help comparing this to Ladakh.
Hotel Hung Ree, Pelling
Our double-room was large with everything that we needed for a comfortable stay including carpeted floors, which is a necessity in the cold winters.
Pelling
Pelling is famous for its magnificent views of the snow-capped mountains of Kanchenjunga and its ranges has a rich history of culture.
Singing Pelling!
From Darjeeling as we gazed upon the mighty Kanchenjunga peak, we were told that the view is better from Sikkim where it is actually located.
