Unveiling Lingtam's Aura: Explore Monasteries & lakes in Sikkim!
Lingtam

Lingtam

Sikkim, India

Lingtam or Lingtum is the first village with a check post after Rongli on this route. It is a very peaceful small village with a sparkling weather guarded by a small river called Bakhuter Khola. Located at an altitude of around 5000 feet above sea level, Lingtum has two monasteries and is surrounded by hills on all sides. It is 70 kms from the capital - Gangtok

Lingtam Travel Trips

Lingtums’s sunshine and pleasant weather throughout the year makes it one of the favourite spots to stop and have a peek in the monasteries and have a cup of tea on your journey to the chilling high-altitude destinations of Silk Route. Lingtum has two monasteries – the old monastery has some nice murals on this walls whereas the new monastery is more spacious and has a glamorous meditation hall.

Here are some enticing places you can visit in Lingtam:

  • Aritar Lake (Lampokhari Lake): This high-altitude lake, known as the highest in Sikkim, boasts crystal-clear turquoise waters. Enjoy a scenic boat ride, admire the surrounding pine forests, or simply relax on the banks and soak in the tranquility.
  • Shiv Mandir: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple offers a place for quiet reflection and prayer. Immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere and appreciate the temple's architecture.
  • Shanti View Point: Capture breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayas, including the majestic Kanchenjunga, from this vantage point. Witness the sunrise or sunset paint the mountains with vibrant colors.
  • Lush Cardamom and Orange Orchards: Embark on a walk through the verdant orchards surrounding Lingtam. Breathe in the fresh mountain air, witness the lush greenery, and learn about the cultivation of Sikkim's famous cardamom and oranges.

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Lingtam Facts

If you are planning for a perfect getaway on the lap of nature, Lingtam can be your ultimate destination this season. This culturally enriched hamlet is one of the cleanest and the most peaceful places on earth. Tourism is the primary source of their economy. Otherwise this amazing piece of heaven is economically backward and the proportion of agriculture is negligible. If you are looking forward to explore the Jelep La Pass, make sure this is the place from where the permission is granted.

How to Reach

Flight
By Air
Bagdogra (IXB) is the nearest only airport also have daily flight from all major cities in India.
Train
By Train
New Jalpaiguri (NJP) is the nearest and only railway station which is connected with all major cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai & Hyderabad.
Car
By Road
Tourists can hire a car directly to Lingtam, distance being 127 kms from NJP and 135 km from Bagdogra airport.
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