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Top 10 Places You Must Visit in Darjeeling & Sikkim

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calendar_today Aug 10, 2026 schedule 5 min read
Top 10 Places You Must Visit in Darjeeling & Sikkim

Discovering the Eastern Himalayas

Darjeeling and Sikkim represent the jewel of Eastern Himalayan tourism. Whether you are looking for snow-clad alpine peaks, Buddhist monasteries, tea garden walks, or high-altitude lakes, this region has it all.

1. Tiger Hill, Darjeeling

Witnessing Kanchenjunga glow in sunrise light at Tiger Hill is a bucket-list memory for every traveler.

2. Tsomgo Lake & Nathula Pass

Located at 12,400 ft in Sikkim, this turquoise glacial lake remains frozen in winter and offers breathtaking scenery.

3. Gurudongmar Lake, North Sikkim

At 17,800 ft, Gurudongmar is one of the highest lakes in the world, revered by both Buddhists and Sikhs.

4. Pelling Glass Skywalk

India's first glass skywalk offers clear views of Kanchenjunga alongside the giant Chenrezig statue.

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