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Ganesh Tok
Situated at an elevation of 1981 metres, Ganesh Tok is the highest point around Gangtok. Besides being a place of religious interest, Ganesh Tok has become one of the hottest tourist spots in the area.

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Ganesh Tok, SikkimGanesh Tok is a small Hindu deity temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. The construction of the temple started around the year 1952 and was completed in 1953 under the efforts of Shri Appa B. Pant, who was the former political officer of Sikkim. Adorned with colourful prayer flags hoisted and tired across the roads, the path to Ganesh Tok almost resembles a rainbow.

Located near Tashi View point, Ganesh Tok was built 7 km above Gangtok. It offers a bird"s eye view of the town below and a spectacular panorama of the Khangchendzonga range, world"s 3rd highest peak, in the horizon.

Architecture of Ganesh Tok
The Ganesh Tok is so small that it can only accommodate one person at a time. The inner sanctorum of the temple has the devotees crawl to reach Lord Ganapati in the temple. At the side of the temple lies a viewing lounge with a circular balcony to soak in the scenic beauty of the vast green expanses.

Visiting Information on Ganesh Tok
The nearest airport is the Bagdogra Airport which is about 124 km away from Gangtok. The New Jalpaiguri railway station at Siliguri is at a fair distance of 148 km from Gangtok. After reaching Gangtok, Ganesh Tok is about 7 km away from the town.

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