South Sikkim is perhaps the least visited
part in Sikkim. Serene and nostalgic; a district having unique
countryside landscape dotted with Sikkimese and Lepcha
villages on the rolling valleys. The endless waves of agricultural
field on the terraced slopes intercepted by streams and patch
forests are the landmark of South Sikkim.
Simple lives of religious villagers, some
of the oldest monasteries, great scenic beauties and tranquility
of the region make it an integral part in Sikkim for tourism
perspective. South Sikkim can be an ideal location for travelers
looking for new destinations, which are yet to be captured by
the typical modern tourism concept.
Tourism
infrastructures, although not comparable with star category
facilities available in modern towns, are fast developing with
basic and comfortable amenities. Namchi being the district head
quarter of South Sikkim is an important trade center. The most
important tourism destination in South Sikkim that has been
recently developed and thrown open to the tourists is Ravangla.
Famous for its peaceful environment and prominent view of snow-capped
mountains of Khanchenjungha, Ravangla is well connected by motorable
road from Gangtok (65 kms) Namchi
(32kms) and from Siliguri
(120kms).
Today, South Sikkim has grown into an ideal
destination for short trekking and hitchhiking. A large number
of western tourists who visits the place testify to that. It
also offers possibilities for adventure sport lovers- in the
form of rafting and kayaking in the waters of Teesta and Rangeet.
These and a flourishing tourism industry make South Sikkim an
exciting new destination for tourists especially those with
a disposable income.
Tourism
infrastructures, although not comparable with star category
facilities available in modern towns, are fast developing with
basic and comfortable amenities. Namchi being the district head
quarter of South Sikkim is an important trade center. The most
important tourism destination in South Sikkim that has been
recently developed and thrown open to the tourists is