With a breathtaking sight of Mount Kanchenjunga, Pelling is a beautiful town in the West district of Sikkim. Nestled at an altitude of 2,150 m (7,200 feet), the town is located at a distance of 115 km from Gangtok. With the influx of tourists, the region is undergoing a metamorphosis, with the roads being repaired and hotels being set up.
Apart from serving as a base for a number of treks in the region, Pelling also has sites for mountain biking, rock climbing, village tours, and meditation. The famous Pemayangste Monastery is less than a kilometer from the main town and is a major tourist draw.
The region around Pelling is still a virgin territory and is bathed with alpine vegetation, with numerous waterfalls lining the hillside. The picturesque town of Pelling is a perfect holiday destination for all nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
Explore & Experience in Pelling–
- View of Kanchenjunga Peak
- Pemayangtse Monastery
- Rabdentse Palace Ruins
- Rimbi Waterfall
- Kanchenjunga Falls
- Darap Village
- Khecheopalri Lake
- Singshore Bridge