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Pelling (Sikkim)
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Hotels & Resorts in Pelling |
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Pelling is a town
in the district of West Sikkim which is sometimes covered with snow.
It is at an altitude of 2,150 m about 7,200 feet. The town is located at a
distance of 10 km from Geyzing. Numerous hotels are being setup with an
increase in tourism.
 The
mighty Himalayas, and the mountains of Kanchanjunga can be seen from Pelling.
Pelling still remains as a virgin territory and has many alpine vegetations
which are surrounded by numerous waterfalls along the hillside.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Pelling is a beautiful hill-station, Located at
a distance of 10kms from Geyzing, Pelling being the nearest site to
Mt. Kanchenjunga. it is the best place to get a close view of the entire
mountain range. Pelling is a small township and is an ultimate natural
beauty.Want something more to enjoy your holiday?
Visiting the Sangay Waterfall is a nice idea that lies at a distance of 10
kms from Pelling. Here, you can get pleasure from the drizzle of
waterfall,
 while
standing on the bridge. Another plus point of Pelling is that it is
connected with Siliguri and Gangtok as well, so
if you just want to flee for some time from your strenuous routines, you can
directly go to Pelling from Siliguri.
The hamlet had been trivial for past many years, but with the increasing
inflow of tourists, Pelling is gradually turning into a full-fledged
town. However, the natural charm and splendor of Pelling is not fading with
the arrival of concrete edifices owing to the green forests. There are many
waterfalls, soft trek routes, villages and gentle ambiance that will keep
you betrothed in Pelling. It is for sure that you would certainly like to
spend a quality time at this place amidst beautiful thoughts.
Pelling is 115 km from Gangtok which is the state capital and 135 km from
silliguri. The nearest airport is Bagdogra airport. People in
Pelling are mostly Buddhists and speak Sikkimese language. Other languages
like Nepali, Hindi and English are also spoken by the people of pelling. |
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Location: Approx. 10 km from Geyzing, West Sikkim
District
Attraction: Sanga-Choeling Monastery, Pemayangtse Monastery,
Khecheopalri Lake
Significance: Nearest site to Mt. Kanchenjunga
How to reach: One can take regular buses or can hire private taxis to
reach Pelling from Geyzing |
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Places of Interests : Pelling (Sikkim) |
Pemayangste Monastery
Pemayantse monastery is special because it is meant only for ‘ta-sang’ lamas
(pure monks). Believed to have been conceptualised and designed by the
pioneer of Buddhism in Sikkim, Lhatsun Chhembo, Pemayangste soon became the
nuclei of monasteries in Sikkim. Today, it is considered as the "premier
monastery" of the State.
Sangacholing Monastery
This monastery is located on a ridge above Pelling and the famous
Pemayangtse Monastery. To reach the Monastery one has to walk on steep hilly
slope which lead through rich forests area.
Khecheopalri Lake
Khecheopalri Lake is considered as one of the sacred lakes of Sikkim by the
Hindus and Buddhists. The lake remains hidden in the forests. It is believed
that birds do not permit even a single leaf to float on the lake surface.
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