Buddhist heritage
Dubdi Monastery
Dubdi offers mesmerising scenic views. A short trek leads to the monastery and a panoramic view of the snow-capped Himalayas.
Do-Drul Chorten Stupa
This chorten is regarded as one of the most important chortens of Sikkim. The stupa is marked by a golden top dome which is visible from various places in Gangtok.
Enchey Monastery
Enchey, meaning the solitary temple, is a serene location providing gorgeous views of Mt Khangchendzonga. It is believed that Buddhist monk Druptob Karpo, who was bestowed with flying powers, flew from Maenam Hill in south Sikkim and constructed monastery.
Lingdum Monastery
Set amidst serene forested hills, the monastery is a stunning specimen of sacred Tibetan architecture.
Pemayangtse Monastery
Built in 1705 and considered to be one of the oldest and most important monasteries in the state.
Phensang Monastery
Phensang Sangag Choling monastery is amongst the largest monasteries in Sikkim. First constructed in 1721 during the reign of Jigme Pawo
Rumtek Monastery
Rumtek monastery is also known as the Dharma Chakra Center and serves as the seat of His Holiness Gyawla Karmapa the XVI, the head of the Karma Kagyu order of Tibetan Buddhism.
Sangacholing Monastery
Sangacholing is located opposite to the Pemayangtse monastery and is exceedingly acclaimed among the followers of the Nyingmapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism.
Tashiding Monastery
Tashiding monastery stands atop a hill that stands between the Rathong and Rangeet rivers, with the majestic Mt Khangchendzonga in the backdrop.