|  Lachung
- North Sikkim
A Tibetan village with a unique local and
traditional self-government body called the Zumsa, Lachung is
situated at an altitude of 9000ft. Lachung is the last village
in North Sikkim before Yumthang
and has emerged as a tourist destination because of its natural
environ and the popularity of Yumthang valley that is just 24
kilometers from here.
Lachung is about 110 kms from Gangtok,
the capital of Sikkim, the road to Lachung
passes
through some of the most beautiful but difficult terrain in
sikkim full of picturesque waterfalls and great views. Tourism
in the region has been opened to Indian and foreign nationals
only recently. The tourism infrastructure here is only basic.
But this is more than offset by the natural beauty of the place.
The village, spread out on either side of
Lachung Chu River, is surrounded by might mountain peaks which
remain snow clad for most of the year. A large number of beautiful
waterfalls can also be visited close to Lachung. Shingba Rhododendron
Sanctuary Located in Lachung is famous for its collection of
different species of  Rhododendron
that bloom during the months of April - May.
The Lachung villagers, known as Lachungpas,
has managed to retain their unique culture and tradition. The
Lachung monastery on the slope opposite the highway is a focal
point of all religious function of the local inhabitants. To
get a glimpse of the religious functions performed on auspicious
occasions a visit to the Monastery should form a part of any
visit to Lachung. |
