kabi Lungtsok
This historical place is 17 kms. from Gangtok on the North Sikkim highway. This is
where the historic treaty of blood brotherhood between the Lepcha Chief
Te-Kung-Tek and the Bhutia Chief Khey-Bum-Sar was signed ritually. The spot
where the ceremony took place is marked by a memorial stone pillar amidst the
cover of dense forest.
Singiek
The place offers one of the most spectacular views of Mt. Khangchendzonga and its
ranges. A well known Tourism wayside accommodation for visitors is also available.
The area also has a number of interesting short nature trails for 1 to 3 days along the
higher ridges of the surrounding hills.
Chungthang
Chungthang, on the confluence of Lachen and Lachung Chu and the starting point
of river teesta , has emerged as a major sub-division settlement in North Sikkim. It is
the nodal junction for the two passes, Lachen and Lachung. The valley is believed to
have been blessed by guru Rimpoche and one can visit the Holy Guru Ihedu to see
the foot and palm left behind by the patron saint. The place, rich in Bio-Diversity
with a large variety of orchids , plants & wild life, is 95 kms. from Gangtok, 23 kms.
from Lachung , 29 kms. from Lachen, and is predominantly a Lepcha region.
Yumthang
Yumthang, at an elevation of 11,800 ft. & 140 kms. from Gangtok, is a paradise for
nature lovers with a fascinating blend of flora & fauna and breathtaking scenic
grandeur. Yumthang "Tsa-Chu" or the hot spring on the left bank of Lachung Chu
is immensely popular for its curative and healing power. Covered with rhododendron
shrubs and trees, the entire valley erupts into a riot of colors in May. Yak and Yeti
Travels organise 'Alpine Package Tour' for 2 nights and 3 days and also for 7 nights
8 days and the night stay for the tour is at Lachung, a quaint village which has its
own unique beauty and lifestyle. On the way to Lachung is Singhik where one can
see the magnificient Kanchendzonga range in its splendour.
Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary in North Sikkim
Singba Rhodendron Sanctury (Area; 43 sq. km/Alt 3048-4575 mts.) is located in
North Sikkim in the famous Lachung Valley at a distance of 137 km. from Gangtok ,
The sanctuary is bouded on its southern pheriphery by the Yumthang Valley known
for its alpine meadow and hot springs. It is hemmed in on the east by high regged
Chuba - Sagochen mountain ranges and on the west by part of Chomzomei Tso
extending upto Lava pass. The picturesque Yumthang river flows through the
sanctuary, which is known for its unique abundance of Rhododendron trees and
shrubs, 40 species of which are recorded from Sikkim alone, that ablaze in color
during March - May. Rhododendron nevium the state tree occurs through the
sanctuary, which is also rich in ground flora such as primulas, potentillas, gentians,
larch, juniper, maple with trailing lichens. The also abounds in silver fir, spruce,
dense carpet of moss protecting the soil and its inhabitants from the chhu at Phunyi
in 1978 and have been flourishing since. Lachung is the last frontier village before
reaching the sanctuary. Facilities include Angling in Phuniya Chhu & Yumthang
Chhu from April to Spetember, Log brige over Yumthang chhu, waterfall at
Phuniya, Hot spring at Yumthang & Log house at Phuniya, Lachung &
Yumthang.Yak and Yeti Travels organise package tour to this exotic places.
Lachen to Green Lake Trek
Suggested Itinerary:
- DAY:
- 1.Gangtok to Chungthang .
2.Chungthang to Lachen .
3.Lachen a day rest .
4.Lachen to Jakthang .
5.Jakthang to Yabuk .
6.Yabuk to rest camp .
7.Rest camp a day rest .
8.Rest camp to green lake & back.
9.Rest camp to Yabuk .
10.Yabuk to Jakthang .
11.Jakthang to Lachen .
12.Lachen to Chungthang .
13.Chungthang rest/farewell.
14.Chungthang to Gangtok.
