One of the major attractions is the Chogyal`s Palace, usually closed to visitors except for the Tsuklakhang Royal Chapel, where festivals and ceremonies are held. The palace itself opens once a year, during the last week of December, for the Pong Labsal festival during which lamas wearing masks perform a dance to Kanchenjunga around a banner-pole.
Kabi Lungtsok is a major historical center that is accessible from Gangtok in North Sikkim. It has a stone memorial that commemorates the signing of a treaty between the Lepcha Chief, Te-Kung-Tek and the Bhutia Chief, Khey-Bum-Sar.
Other important tourist places in North Sikkim include Singkiek. From here the tourists can witness the exquisite beauty of Mt. Kanchenjunga. But the scenic grandeur of the Sikkim can be best viewed from Yumthang. Located at an elevation of 11,800 feet it provides amazing views of the snow clad mountains and its sun-kissed peaks. Besides these the travelers can also visit Chungthang.
As the tourists travel to the southern part of Sikkim they will encounter places, such as, Namste and Tendong Hill. It is located near the Namste town. The latter is a lush green forest. According to popular belief this place is historically important as it has been the refuge of the Buddhist Lamas or monks.
At the foothills of the Maenam Hils the quaint town of Ravangla is located. It is small township that is ideally suited for both the trekkers and leisure travelers. It is perhaps one of most apt places to escape the din and bustle of city life.
The pretty village of Borong is popular for its hot springs. It is accessible from Ravangla by car.
Interested in checking out the rhododendron sanctuary? Then Varsey is the place to find one. This place leis at an elevation of 10,000 feet and presents spectacular view of the surrounding area.
In East Sikkim lies the Research Institute of Tibetology, built in 1958 by the last Chogyal. It preserves Tibetan culture and also houses a library of more than 30,000 books on Buddhism, astrology, medicine and philosophy, as well as a collection of thankas (Tibetan religious paintings on cloth). Nearby is also a Tibetan Refugee Craft Centre that will be suitable for art lovers.
Kyngnosla Alpine Sanctuary is the perfect place to get introduced to the flora and fauna of the region. From rhododendrons to musk deer-everything that is essentially Sikkimese is to be found here. the best time to visit this place is from June to October. Otehrwise the place remains covered with snow and the flowers wither away. Herbs rich in medicinal value are also to be found here.
If you are looking forward to spend your vacations in a cozy hill station then it has to be Pelling. Situated in West Sikkim it is easily available from Gangtok by road.
Rabdentse Ruins was one upon a time an erstwhile capital of the state. Today these ruins are an important historical tourist destination.
Yuksom is also a major place of interest as it was the first capital of the princely state of Sikkim.
