Nestled away in the lap of the Himalayas there are so many places to see in Sikkim for the keen and discerning tourists. Among the major places to visit in Sikkim are the Rumtek Monastery and the Tsongmo Lake. In addition, there are other Sikkim tourist attractions such as the Nathu la pass and the Baba Mandir.
For visitors who want to explore further and indulge in more Sikkim sightseeing there are options such as Kabi Lungstok and Chungthang. All the places at this hilly state in the north eastern stretch of India should be explored to their fullest as visiting Sikkim is a fabulous opportunity to get close to nature at its purest.
The Rumtek monastery is among the major places to see in Sikkim. It is the premier seat of the Karma Kagyu sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It had been built primarily in 1740 by Wangchuk Dorje who was the 9th Karmapa. However, it suffered some adversities and was reconstructed in 1959. The Tsongmo Lake or the Changu Lake as it is also known is one of the most often visited tourist sites, which is revered by both Buddhists and Hindus. The Nathu la pass is of strategic importance. The Baba Mandir allows the visitors a good chance to explore Sikkim.
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