What to do in Lachung

Trekking to Yumthang Valley, Visit Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary, Mask Dance at Lachung Monastery, Excursion to Zero Point, Day Trip to Gurudongmar Lake, Visit the Bhim Nala Waterfalls, and many more.

Things to do in Lachung encircles trekking, excursion trips, long day trips, visiting sanctuaries, meeting monks, and enjoying the cultural aspects like dance and music when in the town. This little hill station is a beautiful cherry on the state of Sikkim and presents itself with amazing views and natural beauty in its pocket.

Yumthang valley and Mount Katao offers trekking to its travelers whereas Bhim Nala waterfalls and the snow-clad Zero points will take the breath away for once. Every visitor must experience the Mask dance at Lachung monastery while meeting some monks and greeting them with respect.

Visiting Lachung is itself an amazing thought with lakes, lush green trees, pasture lands, and soothing but exciting views will always entertain at every next step.
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Here are the best things to do in Lachung:

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Day Trip to Gurudongmar Lake

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Another best thing to do in Sikkim is taking a day trip to Gurudongmar lake which is at an elevation of 17,800 feet. Many religious beliefs are attached to the lake since old times. The lake is full of freshwater and offers beauty from every edge to another.

About the activity
: A 4 hours trip to this half-frozen lake will allow one to do some photography all through the path. The snow-capped hills will leave anyone awestruck and sitting here while basking in the sun is definitely an amazing thing to do in Lachung.

Location:
113 Km to the North of Lachung

Best time to visit:
March to June

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Visit Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary

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An impressive and rich collection of rhododendron, gregarious plants could be seen in the sanctuary. The place is surrounded by Himalayan mountain ranges and includes plants and trees such as potentillas, primulas, saxifrages, poppies, aconites, gentians etc.

About the activity
: Trek on the trails while enjoying amazing flowers and natural beauty right in front of the eyes. Click some amazing pictures and enjoy bird watching in the sanctuary which will always remind of nature and its closeness to the hearts. One can explore the place with more than 40 species of rhododendrons while walking past the trek path.

Location
: 26 Km from Lachung

Best time to visit:
April to July

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Trekking to Yumthang Valley

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Yumthang valley will definitely show an artistic side where a green valley covered with pastures is loaded with small to medium sized flowers. Enchanting flowers are not alone to make one go awestruck but the presence of a calm blue river right in between the valley will be a participant too. Flowers like Primroses, Cinquefoils, Louseworts, and Cobra-lilies are part of the valley to name a few.

About the activity
: Trek to this beautiful valley and click some photographs where the spring season makes a collage of little flowers of multiple colors. Yaks grazing the field and enjoying the open nature is another addition to the scenery. Enjoy the views all through the trek which includes a vast stretch of lands and far away peaks.

Location
: 25 Km to the north of Lachung

Best time to visit:
Late February to mid-June
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Mask Dance at Lachung Monastery

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An exhilarating experience can be achieved at the Lachung monastery which is standing in the abode of the natural beauty of Himalayas. Marvelous architecture, the backdrop of mountains and its connection to ancient history can't combine all in one single word.

About the activity:
Sikkimese culture will magnetize anyone with the performance of mask dance which is organized every year in the winter season. Strikingly colorful clothes and heavy masks are just breathtaking and photography in the season cannot be missed. Visiting here and spending a few hours is one of the best things to do in Lachung. Also, one can shop at handloom center present here for authentic Sikkim textile.

Location:
50 Km from Lachung

Timing:
7.00 AM to 7:00 PM

Best time to visit:
March to December

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Excursion to Zero Point

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Situated at an elevation of 15,300 feet, Zero point has no motorable road and visitors reach to the proximity of the Chinese border, from where they are not allowed to move further. This place is loaded with snow almost all through the year and thrills the visitors due to the cool climate and picturesque location.

About the activity
: A short trip to Zero points has to be on the checklist when visiting Sikkim. Make some snowballs, trek on some heights and click many pictures cladded with bright white snow. Take a deep feeling of Chinese proximity and soothe selves with enchanting location. Have some tea and coffee that local stalls serve.

Location:
50 Km from Lachung

Best time to visit:
March to June

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Visit the Bhim Nala Waterfalls

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Bhim Nala is also known as tallest waterfall in Sikkim and its grandness could be seen with naked eyes when it falls in 3 different tiers. Viewing this grandeur and enjoying is surely one of the best things to do in Sikkim. Interestingly, because of its huge height, it is also called Amitabh Bachchan falls.

About the activity
: Feel the droplets sprinkling on the face and trek to the rocky terrain to reach the cascading point. Enjoy clicking some pictures and soothe your eyes with the astonishing view. Sip a cup of coffee or tea near the falls.

Location
: On the way to Lachung (13 Km)

Entry fee:
Rs 10 per person

Best time to visit:
March to mid-June

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08

Trek to Mount Katao

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A treat for the eyes and a spot for adventure lovers is what Mount Katao has. The pristine valley and hills are studded with thick pine trees, snow-capped peaks, and beautiful valley to surround it. One has to avail a permit beforehand to reach the site. The valley hosts attractive flora and fauna like primula, rhododendron etc.

About the activity
: Trekking in the snow-loaded trails, basking in the sun and photography at Mount Katao is one of the best things to do in Lachung. Adventure lovers can also take part in skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing etc. in the winter months here.

Location
: 28 Km from Lachung

Best time to visit:
March to mid-June

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09

Visit the Sacred Stone of Naydo in Chungthang

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Bring out the spiritual side in the forefront at Chungthang. The confluence of two rivers i.e Lachung and Lachen hosts a sacred stone called Naydo which has an ancient attachment to this place. It is known for footprints of Guru Padmasambhava.

About the activity
: Pay a visit to the stone and feel the presence of Sikkim culture right there. Along with the spiritual heart, one can visit the Chungthang monastery as well to take a look at rare Buddhist paintings and sculptures.

Location
: 25 Km from Lachung

Best time to visit:
March to mid-June

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Visit Chopta Valley Vegetative Pasture Lands

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Visiting Chopta valley is surely one of the best things to do in Sikkim as this place is situated at an altitude of around 14,000 feet and the cool temperature enthrill the travelers most. The valley is covered with pastures all through the way and covers itself with snow in winters.

About the activity
: Let the view immerse in the eyes today only as this valley is a major heaven of Sikkim. Spend a leisure time with friends or family here as above this point, these pastures begin to vanish and rocky, snow path begins. Click some pictures, trek to nearby zones and sip some tea with momos at nearby stalls.

Location
: 20 minutes drive from Thangu (80 Km from Lachung)

Best time to visit:
March to mid-June

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Meet Monks at Lachung Monastery

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Established in 1880, the monastery has its own charm due to its setting in the laps of Himalayan ranges. This is also staying straight as the last monastery before the Indo-Chinese border starts.

About the activity
: Visit the monastery and meet the monks, observe their humbleness and learn more about Buddhism. Who knows you can get a totally new insight of a religion? Spend some time here and meditate in nature. This will surely make anyone fall in love with this place. Once a year, a festival is also organized in winters and is a place not to be missed.

Location:
50 Km from Lachung

Timing:
7.00 AM to 7:00 PM

Best time to visit:
March to December

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