Once ruled by the famous Namgyal dynasty, it is now a part of the district of North Sikkim, India. It shares it sacred saint, Guru Rinpoche with the Bhutanese culture. Comprising of amazing Pelling Tour Packages, landscape of the place is dotted with exotic waterfalls and lakes that imparts it abundant natural beauty. The Changey, Rimbi and Khangchendzonga waterfalls, and the Khecheopalri Lake add to Pelling' s natural beauty, enticing nature lovers and trekkers alike. With mountain treks such as the popular Goecha La trek that passes through Kanchenjunga National Park alongside the pristine Rathong Chu river is spellbinding. Beholding the view of Mt. Kanchenjunga decorated with evening sunlight is a fulfilling experience.
Quaint monasteries like Pemayangtse Monastery constructed in 1705 and the Sangachoeling Monastery constructed in 1697 are the interesting places to visit in Pelling. Besides the first monastery lies the Rabdantse Ruins that was once the capital of Sikkim but was razed to ground by the invading Gurkhas. For the people looking for a picnic time in the clear Sikkim air, Sewaro Rock garden is the place to see. To experience the humble rural way of living, activities like cow milking are a popular craze.
For the people looking for arts and craft or some Yogic experience, there is a small handicraft and handloom tour package in Pelling that can be tried as well as the Yuma meditation centre for spending time in the fresh Himalayan breeze. With places like Bagdogra, Yuksom, Kalimpong, Gangtok and Darjeeling spread around in the vicinity, there is more than enough in Sikkim to visit. Darjeeling, famous for its tea garden lies close to Pelling and can be reached within 2 hours to have a walk through the lush green gardens with the aroma of fresh tea leaves.
