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<div style="text-align: justify; ">Gangtok (5412 Ft / 1650Mts, 130 Kms / 04 to 05 Hrs Drive)</div><div style="text-align: justify; "><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">- On arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (413 Ft / 126 Mts), you will be met by our local representative, who will assist you to board the vehicle to Gangtok. On reaching Gangtok, check in and overnight at hotel.</div> <br>

<div style="text-align: justify; ">Tshangu Lake (12400Ft / 3780 Mts / 43 Kms / 02 Hrs Drive one way) &amp; New Baba Mandir (13100 Ft / 3994 Mts / 18 Kms / 01 Hrs further drive from Tshangu Lake)<br><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Today after breakfast, start for full day excursion to Tshangu Lake &amp; New Baba Mandir. Return back to Gangtok. Overnight at hotel.</div><div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Note:&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">1. Documents for Tshangu Lake &amp; New Baba Mandir – 02 Passport Size Photo along with Photo Copy of Photo ID Proof (Passport or Driving License or Voter ID (Pan Card &amp;Adhaar Card is not accepted). For Children below 18 years, School Id / College Id are a must. Original to be brought with self while travelling.</div><div style="text-align: justify; ">2. Incase visit to Tshangu Lake is not possible, due to landslide or any other unforeseen reasons, alternative sightseeing will be provide.</div><div style="text-align: justify; ">3. Process for Foreigner, OCI &amp; PIO Card holder are completely different, kindly inform us well in advance to plan out the itinerary accordingly.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Optional:&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">1. Nathula Pass (14137 Ft / 4310 Mts) Indo China Border(remains closed on Monday for tourist), visit is limited to Indian nationals only, allowed on the basis of advance permit&amp;on extra cost. For rate, kindly refer to Supplement &amp; Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.</div> <br>

<div><div style="text-align: justify;">Gangtok (5412 Ft / 1650 Mts)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">Today after breakfast, go for a full day sightseeing of Gangtok covering Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Enchy Monastery, Do-rul Chhorten, Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Saturday &amp; Sunday, Local Festival and State &amp; National Govt. holidays), Directorate of Handicraft &amp; Handloom (Closed on Saturday &amp; Sunday, Local Festival and State &amp; National Govt. holidays) Flower Show (Closed on Saturday &amp; Sunday, Local Festival and State &amp; National Govt. holidays) and Banjhakari Falls. Back to hotel &amp; overnight at hotel.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Note:&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">1. Alternative sightseeing of Bakthang Waterfalls &amp; Ropeway (If operational, ticket on direct payment basis) will be provided incase of Research Institute of Tibetology &amp; Directorate of Handicraft &amp; Handloom is closed.</div> <br>

<div>Pelling (5500 Ft / 1675 Mts, 116Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs drive)<br><br></div><div>After breakfast, checkout &amp; then transfer to Pelling. On reaching Pelling, check in and overnight at hotel.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><b>Optional:&nbsp;</b></div><div>1. Detour for Buddha Park at Ravangla (8000 Ft / 2439 Mts).&nbsp;</div><div>2. Detour for Namchi Chardham (4314 Ft / 1315 Mts).<br><br></div><div>For rate, kindly refer to Supplement &amp; Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.</div> <br>

<div><b>Pelling (5500 Ft / 1675 Mts)<br></b><br></div><div>-&nbsp; After breakfast, proceed for Pelling local sightseeing covering Pemayangtse Monastery, Chenrezig Statue &amp; Skywalk. Post lunch; proceed for sightseeing of Rimbi Water fall, Khecheopalri Lake &amp; Kanchanjunga Water fall. Overnight at hotel.</div> <br>

<div style="text-align: justify; ">Darjeeling (6710 Ft / 2046 Mts, 125Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs drive)<br></div><div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">After breakfast, checkout &amp; then transfer to Darjeeling. On reaching Darjeeling, check in and overnight at hotel.&nbsp;</div></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Optional:&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">1. Detour for Sing shore Bridge(5904 Ft / 1800 Mts, 26 Kms / 1.5 to 2 Hrs drive one way from Pelling). For rate, kindly refer to Supplement &amp; Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.&nbsp;</div> <br>

<div><div style="text-align: justify;">Darjeeling (6710 Ft / 2046 Mts)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">*Early morning at around 0400am (subject to clear weather) for visit to Tiger Hills (8482 Ft / 2586 Mts) to view the sunrise over mighty Kanchendzonga Peak (Third highest peak in the world). Back to hotel for breakfast.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify; ">After breakfast go for a half-day sightseeing of local Darjeeling covering Japanese Temple &amp; Peace Pagoda,Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park &amp; Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday, Local Festival and State &amp; National Govt. holidays), Tenzing &amp; Gombu Rock &amp; Panoramic tour of Tea Estate.</div><div style="text-align: justify; ">Back to Hotel, Overnight at hotel.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Note:&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">1.<span style="white-space:pre">	</span>* Tiger Hill visit is subjected to availability of coupons, as only 600 vehicles are allowed in the morning. In case of non availability of coupons we will provide the Tiger Hill visit after breakfast.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"> </div><div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Optional:&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">1.<span style="white-space:pre">	</span>Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) popularly known as Joy Train Ride. For rate, kindly refer to Supplement &amp; Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.</div> <br>

<div><div style="text-align: justify;">New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (413 Ft / 126 Mts, 100 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">After breakfast transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB), for onwards connection.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Optional:&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">1. Detour, drive via *Pashupati Nagar visit (Indo-Nepal border) for shopping&amp;Mirik Lake(4905 Ft / 1495Mts.)</div><div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Note</b>:&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify; ">1. * For Pashupati Nagar visit (Indo-Nepal border) for shopping, our vehicle will stop at the Indian side of the boarder &amp; the guest will have to walk to the Nepalese side of the border, where they can easily hire a local taxi which will cost INR 400 to 500 one way to drop the guest at Market. The guest can also easily walk to reach the market which is just 2 Kms from the boarder gate.</div> <br>

5% GST (Goods and Service Tax) for Indian Nationals only, as applicable from 01/07/2017, which will be on and above, the Invoice amount.

Cost for Air-ticket (which is always given separately, unless mentioned).

Cost for supplementary service, optional Tours, Up-gradation Charges, Sightseeing entrance fees.

Cost for Airfare, Train fare, Insurance Premiums, Rafting Charges.

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Cost for any other service not mentioned under the “Cost Includes” head.

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Difference in cost arising due to mishaps, political unrest, natural calamities like - landslides, road blockage, etc.

AC in the vehicle will not be kept on when the vehicle is not moving . i.e. When the vehicle is parked at some sightseeing place, restaurant or any place , the AC will not be kept on.

Daily Breakfast & Dinner.

Accommodation as per the itinerary, on specified plan on Twin Sharing Basis.

All applicable transfers & sightseeing by specified vehicle as per the itinerary only (on point to point basis).

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<div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Open Time : 08:00 AM</b></div><div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Close Time : 14:30 PM&nbsp;</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Located between Nathula and Jelepla Pass at an altitude of 13, 123 ft and about 52 kms from Gangtok, Baba Harbhajan Singh temple which is popularly known as Baba Mandir.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">One usually covers this temple along with a visit to Tsongmo and Nathula Pass. This temple is fascinating history and rich culture. The local people are of the opinion that Baba Harbhajan Singh still guards the international boundary India and China. Explore this historic beauty and get a good understanding about the different faiths and religions .&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">The story behind the temple is sentimental for many. Harbhajan Singh was part of the Punjab Regiment as Sentry. He was posted at the China border as part of the border patrol force. It is said that in October 1968 he disappeared without a trace. People have contemplated and many stories have been doing the rounds. The most popular among them is that he drowned. Harbhajan Singh used to escort mules that carry provisions. He could have fallen in a stream and drowned. A fellow sentry personnel had a dream about him after a few days and asked him to construct a memorial in his name</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">The sentries build a tombstone and a few years later a temple was built on it. It is believed that Harbhajan Singh’s spirit is still alive. They pray and wish that Harbhajan Singh will protect them when they traverse the difficult terrain.</div>

<div>Yuksom is amongst most beautiful tourist place near Gangtok.It was the first capital of Sikkim established in 1642 AD by Phuntsog Namgyal who was the first Chogyal (temporal and religious king) of Sikkim. The coronation site of the first monarch of Sikkim is known as the "Throne of Norbugang".&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Yuksom is where there is the Norbugang Chorten near the Norbugang throne, the place Namgyal was crowned and several monasteries and a lake. The dynastic rule of the Chogyals lasted for 333 years.</div><div><br></div><div>The Chogyal established the first monastery at Yuksom in Sikkim known as the Dubdi Monastery in 1701, which is part of Buddhist religious pilgrimage circuit involving the Norbugang Chorten, Pemayangtse Monastery, the Rabdentse ruins, the Sanga Choeling Monastery, the Khecheopalri Lake, and the Tashiding Monastery.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>The religious hill town is also a heaven for trekking enthusiasts and is undeniably one of the best places to visit near Gangtok.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Being at the head of the Khangchendzonga National Park and as the base camp for trekking to Mt. Khangchendzonga, it has large influx of mountaineers from all parts of the world.&nbsp;</div><div>Yuksom is a small village and base camp for many treks&nbsp; in Sikkim it serves as the starting point of the Dzongri - Goechala Trek. The 8 - 9 day trek is the most popular in Sikkim and leads to the base of the third highest mountain in the world, Kangchenjunga.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>You can also trek to Kachupuri lake from Yuksom. Its a relatively tough steep trek (10 km) if you not a high altitude trekker. There are no shared jeeps to/from Kachupuri lake, but it might be possible to join a tour jeep for this journey.</div><div><br></div><div><b>Note:&nbsp;</b></div><ul><li>The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.&nbsp;</li></ul>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align: justify;line-height:normal">The most popular &amp; famous mountain crest in Darjeeling, Tiger Hill is known for its trekking routes and panoramic views of Mt. Everest and Kanchenjunga.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align: justify;line-height:normal"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align: justify;line-height:normal">It is 11km away from Darjeeling Town and above Ghum area. One needs to walk or drive through the oldest tea gardens to reach Tiger Hill. It is recommended to see the first rays of the sun on Mt. Everest. Don’t forget to capture it in your camera as it will be a wonderfully rich experience.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:7.5pt"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align: justify;line-height:normal"><span style="background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;">From Tiger Hill, Mount Everest (8848 m) is just visible. Kanchenjunga (8598 m) looks higher than Mt. Everest, owing to the curvature of the Earth, as it is several miles closer than Everest. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align: justify;line-height:normal"><span style="background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:0cm;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align: justify;line-height:normal"><b>best time to visit</b> :&nbsp; in the months of October, November and December in winter and February to April in autumn.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p style="text-align: justify; ">Kangchenjunga, also spelled Kanchenjunga, is the third highest mountain in the world. It rises with an elevation of 8,586 m in a section of the Himalayas called Kangchenjunga Himal delimited in the west by the Tamur River, in the north by the Lhonak Chu and Jongsang La, and in the east by the Teesta River.</p>

<p><b>Suggesting Time</b> : 08:00 AM to 17 :00 PM</p><p>Darap cherry Village is an unspoiled destination which is away from the hustle and bustle of the city.It is located just 8 km from Pelling on the way to Khecheopelri and Yuksam. The area is mainly inhabited by the Limboo Community and other small communities like the Bhutias, Chettris, Tamangs, Rais, Gurungs and Lepchas live in harmony.</p><p>Darap Subba Village is a must visit for those who want to spend some quality time with nature.</p><p>The owners of Darap Village are the best and happiest folks you will find in Darap Village. You will love the home- like aura and a small library for all the book lovers in the homestay, and the soothing sound of the forest. Just enjoy this leisurely experience as the property itself is well maintained. Be a part of this welcoming destination. If you are morning person, you can walk up to Limbo Village to see the rising sun behind Kanchenjunga Mountain.&nbsp;</p><p>Darap has now become a potential destination for Village tourism. There are various ways one can be engaged in: milking the cows in the morning and evening; gardening in the fields; interaction with the local children; processing butter and cheese; walking in the villages and nearby streams; hiking to other nearby villages; engaging in the daily activities of the village people; and a visit to the 200 year old Limboo traditional house. This ancient structure, with solid mud floors and tar-encrusted ceilings from the constantly burning fire, has been passed down from generation to generation of Nepali Limboo tribesmen.</p><p>One of the holiest cave where Guru Padsambhava had&nbsp; &nbsp; meditated, Nub Dechen Phug and the route further connects to Singalila Range through Yambong trek.</p><p><b>Note:&nbsp;</b></p><p>The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.&nbsp;</p><div><br></div>

It was sealed for almost four decades after the People’s Republic of China suppressed a Tibetan uprising in 1959. However, when the former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee visited China in 2003, talks to open this strategic route were resumed. The Nathula Pass, as it stands today, was reopened in 2006 and has, ever since, served as an official Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) point.

<div style="text-align: justify; ">Tsongmo Lake is surely one of the most beautiful landscapes in Sikkim. On the Gangtok- Nathu La Highway Tsomgo Lake is at an altitude of 12, 400 ft. Also known as Changu Lake.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">It is regarded as a very sacred place by the local Buddhists and the Hindus. The lake is the resident of migratory birds and the brahmini ducks.&nbsp; From winters to mid- May the lake remains frozen. In the summers, Tsongmo derives its placid waters from the melting snow of the mountains around.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: justify; "><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">&nbsp;Tsomgo is revered as a holy lake by the people of Sikkim. Rides on colorfully decorated yaks and mules are offered at the lake site, which also has a variety of eating stalls serving snacks and beverages. Snowboots and gumboots can be hired here.</div>

<div style="text-align: justify; "><b>Suggesting Time :</b> 09:00 AM to to 17 :00 PM</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; "><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">Rimbi Waterfalls is a scenic waterfall near Pelling. Situated near Darap Village, it is one of the famous waterfalls in Pelling . The waterfall turns into Rimbi River, which is frequented by locals and tourists for various recreational activities like swimming and fishing. On the way to Khecheopalri Lake and Yuksam, Rimbi waterfall is formed over Rimbi River. Located close to the waterfall is one of the oldest hydro power stations in Sikkim. Established in the early 70's, this power station is the source of energy for most of the villa towns of West Sikkim including Gayzing, Tigjuck and Pelling. All the tourists stop over here for some time while going to Kanchenjunga Waterfalls. Both summer and winter are perfect for enjoying Rimbi. It is during monsoon, that the water flow is heavy and is suggested that not to venture into the fall.</div>

<p style="margin-bottom: 0px; text-align: justify;">Ghoom monastery Also known as Yiga Choeling Monastery, Ghoom Math is a 15 feet high statue of Maitreya Buddha that captivates the surroundings with its aura. Built-in 1850 by Lama Sherpa Gyaltsho, a Mongolian monk, it is famous for its beautiful thangka on walls, fancy bells and drums. This attraction in Darjeeling is a repository of Tibetan translations of popular Sanskrit works, such as Meghadoot by Kalidasa, Nagamandala by Sriharsa and Nyayakrit by Dharmakriti, to name a few. Another attractive thing about the Monastery is its walls that are painted with depictions of Buddhism wisdom and Tibetan art.&nbsp;</p>

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;">Tenzing and Gombu rocks are located on the Lebong Cart Road which is 4 km from mall road Darjeeling and&nbsp;&nbsp;commonly known as “Monkey Rock”,<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;">The huge Tenzing rock is named after Tenzing Norgay, who was famous for climbing Mount Everest in 1953 with Edmund Hillary. Gombu Rock is named after Nawang Gombu &amp; had climbed Everest twice and became the first person to do so. He climbed Everest first in the year 1963 and then in 1965.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; line-height: normal; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;">These huge rocks provide an ideal place to impart training on rock climbing to the students of Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, a training institute in Darjeeling. Every year a rock climbing competition is organized by the Indian Army at Tenzing Rock. A record was set in the year 2010 when an army climber climbed Tenzing Rock in 35 seconds.<o:p></o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom:7.5pt"><o:p>&nbsp;</o:p></p>

<p><b>Suggesting Time</b> : 08:00 AM to 17:00 PM</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="letter-spacing: -0.3pt;">Khecheopalri Lake is situated at an altitude of 5,600ft and is estimated to be 3,500 years old and </span>&nbsp;Located 34 kilometres to <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelling" title="Pelling"><span style="color: black; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;">Pelling town</span></a>, the lake is sacred for both&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buddhists" title="Buddhists"><span style="color: black; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;">Buddhists</span></a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindus" title="Hindus"><span style="color: black; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial;">Hindus</span></a>, and is believed to be a wish fulfilling lake.&nbsp;<o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="letter-spacing: -0.3pt;">Even though the lake is surrounded by thick vegetation, there are no leaves on the surface of the water body. This is because the avifauna&nbsp; &nbsp;swoops down and keeps the lake clear of leaves.</span> <o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="letter-spacing: -0.3pt;">Prayer wheels along the wooden jetty lead you to the bank of Khecheopalri Lake. Numerous Tibetan prayer flags flutter in the wind and you feel as if you’ve walked into a magical kingdom</span><o:p></o:p></p><p> </p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify">There are various trekker’s outlets and lodging facilities as well if you prefer camping overnight. Enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature and simply relax.&nbsp; It is indeed a paradise for nature lovers and trekkers.&nbsp;</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><b>Best Time to visit</b> : October to May&nbsp;</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify"><b>Note</b> : The given sightseeing can be done if have hired vehicle for the full day or planning to take one. However it is at discretion of vehicle company to do it. Also one has to make sure that the same falls in given kilometer limits by the company.&nbsp;</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div>

Rumtek Monastery, also called the Dharma Chakra Centre, is a gompa located in the Indian state of Sikkim near the capital Gangtok. It is the seat-in-exile of the Gyalwang Karmapa, inaugurated in 1966 by the 16th Karmapa.&nbsp;

<p style="text-align: justify; ">The Banjhakri Falls and Energy Park is a recreation centre and tourist attraction near Gangtok, in the state of Sikkim, India. The park's statuary and other displays document the Ban Jhakri, or traditional shamanic healer who worships spirits living in caves around the falls.&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify; "><b>Closed On :&nbsp;</b></p><ul><li style="text-align: justify;">Local Festival, State &amp; National Holiday</li></ul>

<p style="text-align: justify; ">Do-drul Chorten is a stupa in Gangtok in the Indian state of Sikkim. The stupa was built by Trulshik Rinpoche, head of the Nyingma order of Tibetan Buddhism in 1945. Inside this stupa is a complete set of Dorjee Phurba, Kangyur and other religious objects. Around the stupa are 108 Mani Lhakor or prayer wheels</p>

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