Ravangla Tour : Ravangla, South Sikkim
Ravangla is a small picturesque town located in South Sikkim district and it lies serene and peaceful at an elevation of 2100 m on a ridge between Tendong hill and Maenam hill. Approximately 70kms from Gangtok, Ravangla is also home to the people from various culture, ethnic groups and different tribes. Ravangla tour offers view of number of ancient monasteries, rich flora and fauna, pristine landscapes and numerous natural wonders, all of which contribute to the magical serenity of the place thus making Ravangla one of the most important tourist spots of South Sikkim District.
Ravangla offers spellbinding view of snow-capped mountains, eternally rolling ridges and surrounding monasteries. Also, Sikkim’s highest mountain peaks like Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Pandim, Mt. Siniolchu and Mt. Kabru are clearly visible from Ravangla.
How to reach Ravangla?
- Gangtok
- Rangpo
- Jorethang
- Singtam
However, if you plan to take a drive and do “Ravangla tour”, you may hire a vehicle from us at a reasonable fare.
Places included in Ravangla Tour
There are numerous places to visit in and around the town. Listed below are some of the places one must not miss while at Ravangla.
However, one must start the tour early to cover all the places and return in time.
- Buddha Park – The eco-garden is situated at
2. Maenam Hill
3. Ralang Monastery
4. Titanic Viewpoint
Situated at Ralong, South Sikkim, Titanic view point stands at an elevation of 5,500 ft overlooking the breathtaking backdrop of enchanting Himalayan landscapes and mountain peaks. The view point also offers breath taking view of River Rangeet streaming at the bottom of the valley. Also, the view point gained its name because of its resemblance to the bow of the ship of Titanic.
5. Hotsprings
The hot-springs of Ralong and Borong are 7 kms apart and an hour or two-hour long trek from Ralong. The water of the hot-springs are rich in sulphur, and is believed to have medicinal properties which therefore provides cure to different ailments.
6. Doling Monastery
Doling monastery is one of the most popular monasteries of Sikkim. It is located in Barfung Village, a few kilometers away from the town of Ravangla. The monastery follows the Nyingmapa sect of Buddhism and, is famous for the stone bearing the footprint of Dorjelingpa and Kanchendzonga’s Horse.
7. Bon Monastery
Located in Kewzing, Bon monastery is one among the two monasteries of Bon sect. in India, the other one being in Himachal Pradesh. with walls donned with the paintings of Bon diety and chants echoing in the surroundings, the monastery is completely meditative and serene.
8. Mount Narshing Home Resort
Ravangla Tour is considered as one of the must places and tours out of all the available attractions in Sikkim.
