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At an altitude of 7000 ft, Ravangla is a small scenic town in South Sikkim. The breathtaking sight of the snow covered peaks makes it a perfect destination for travel enthusiasts. The mesmerizing view of the peaks like Mt. Pandim, Mt. Sinialchu, Mt. Kabru has made Ravangla a place quite attractive and worth visiting. Besides offering soothing natural ambience, this tiny beautiful town also has lot more things to offer to the tourists like picturesque tea garden, old monasteries, hot springs, waterfalls, sanctuaries, beautiful small villages within its vicinity. Just 2 km away the iconic Buddha Park is the main attraction in Ravangla.
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- Maenam Hill
- Buddha Park
- Ralang Monastery
- Ralong Hot Springs
- Temi Tea Garden
Maenam Hill
Located inside the Maenam Wildlife sanctuary in Ravangla, Maenam Hill is the best travel destination for trek lovers. The enchanting views of the green carpeted hills around with mighty Mt. Kanchenjunga behind, this place mesmerize everyone from a child to an adult. The hill stands amidst the two major rivers of Sikkim, namely, Teesta and Rangeet. Situated at a distance of around 12 kilometers from Ravangla town, Maenam hill with its serene and meditative surroundings is a trekker’s bliss for its adventurous winding way. This place is also home to many rare species of Himalayan birds and animals that attracts tourists from far across.
Ralang Monastery
Ralong monastery is the biggest monastery in Sikkim. This monastery is one of the monumental works of Tibetan architecture. The huge collection of paintings and thangkas reflect the richness of Buddhist traditional art. Built in 1768 AD, this old monastery portrays the true spiritual side of Sikkimese people. Ralong monastery follows the Kagyupa sect of Buddhism. Situatwed at a distance of around 13 kilometers from Ravangla, This old monastery is a must visit tourist spot for every traveler.
Ralong Hot Springs
Ralong hot springs, also known as ‘Ralong cha-chu’ among locals, is an ideal place for the nature lovers. Situated near to one of the holy caves in Sikkim, these hot springs are believed to carry religious importance. The sulphur water of these springs possesses therapeutic power that can heal skin ailments. This place is also considered heaven for bird watchers as they can find regional birds and colored butterflies in abundance arriving here. Situated far away from the noisy city and composed with breathtaking surroundings, Ralong hot springs is a place that has become a prominent choice for holidaymakers.
Buddha Park
Being one of the most well maintained parks in South Sikkim, Buddha Park is a major tourist attraction in Ravangla. Constructed in the year 2006, the park is a government venture to boost pilgrimage tourism. A 130 ft. high statue of the lord Buddha was installed here to commemorate the event of 2550th birth anniversary of Gautam Buddha. The park is also known as Tathagata Tsal among the locals. Being home to a Buddhist circuit, this park also has a great spiritual significance.
Temi Tea Garde
Established in the year 1969, by Sikkim Government, Temi Tea Garden is one of the best tea gardens in India. It is also the only tea garden in the state of Sikkim. Known for producing top quality tea, this tea garden gets high recognition even in the international market. Surrounded with cherry blossom trees and lush ferns, the view of the garden is completely a treat to the eyes. There is also an old British bungalow situated just below the garden, offering accommodation to the tourists visiting the tea garden.
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