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Namchi,a Buddhist pilgrim centre in Sikkim

  




Namchi,a trekker’s paradise and nature lover’s heaven in Sikkim

Located in one of the most verdant parts of Sikkim, Namchi lies in the southern region of the state.
It has a rich history and the culture here is peculiar to the North-East with its distinct traditions which especially give a lot of importance to nature.
Namchi is within close distance of several national parks and sanctuaries making the general wildlife found here quite varied and exotic.
Namchi has been a Buddhist pilgrimage center, which accounts for the several monasteries found here.
The 118 feet statue of Guru Rinapoche on a hill is particularly impressive.

Best time to visit Namchi, Sikkim

Mid-February-May & mid-September-December

Travel to/how to reach Namchi, Sikkim

By air
The nearest airport is at Bagdogra in West Bengal. Further road travel via Gangtok is required to reach Namchi.

By rail
New Jalpaiguri is the nearest railway station.

By road
Namchi is connected to other parts of Sikkim by a good network of roads. NH 31A passes quite close to Namchi.

Map of Namchi , Sikkim


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Photos,Images,Pictures,Photographs,Video of Namchi , Sikkim

The scenery at Namchi

Hotels and Resorts in Namchi, Sikkim

Yangsum Farm
Shepherd’s Vacation Home
Mayal Hotel
Samudruptse Hotel
Hotel Kesang
Charming Hotel
Do Kham Hotel
Malta Lee Hotel
Rock Ville Hotel
Sangay Hotel
Su Swagatam Hotel

Things to do/ Places to visit in Namchi, Sikkim

Temi Tea Garden
Samudruptse
Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary
Solophok Chardham
Ralong Monastery
Namchi Monastery
Flower show in February
Statue of Guru Rinpoche

Some interesting links
More information on Namchi
Namchi on Wikipedia


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One Response to “Namchi,a Buddhist pilgrim centre in Sikkim”


YOGESH SHARMA Says:

GOOD EVENING,

SEVEN HILLS VILLAGE RESORT WAS LAYING ON A TOP OF THE HILL OF NAMCHI SOUTH SIKKIM. WE HAVE 12 COTTAGES. ON A LAND OF 6ACR.


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