Gangtok, East District, Sikkim

Gnathang, a place for all bird lovers and trekking enthusiasts, has one of the most beautiful viewpoints of Mt. Kanchendzonga at 12,500 ft., known as Lungthung or Dhupidhara. Monal, the national bird of Nepal, can be seen here. Also, the Lampokhri Lake or Aritar Lake, the highest lake in Sikkim with a boating facility, are among the best points to visit near Nathong Valley. One of the most popular tourist attractions other than them is Changu Lake, or Tsomgo Lake, created by a melted glacier. It is 1k.m. long and looks oval in shape. It is also declared a Holy Lake.

- How To Reach

• New Jalpaiguri in Siliguri
• NH 717B
• Pakyong Airport, Gangtok (only from Guwahati and Kolkata) Bagdogra Airport