The largest monastery in Sikkim, Rumtek Monastery is the seat of the Karmapa Lama, the third highest monk in Tibetan Buddhism. It also serves as one of the most important seats of the Kagyu (Black Hat ...

Located in the Eastern Himalayan range, the capital city of Sikkim is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the northeast India. In Gangtok the climate is mild temperate, people are of mixed ...

Sikkim is one of the most wonderful places to visit in India. It is arguably India’s most underrated state when it comes to tourism. Located in the beautiful north-eastern region of India, Sikkim is ...

Perched on a hill top above Gangtok’s ridge, the Enchey monastery offers picturesque views of the town and the Kanchenjunga peak. Built in 1909, it follows the Nyingmapa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.

One of the largest and most significant monasteries in Sikkim, Rumtek is peaceful without being too precious about it. Located around 23 km from Gangtok, this Buddhist monastery is an architectural ...

Sikkim enjoys the position of being one of the most sought-after states in India. Reasons being—it is least populous, clean, rich in biodiversity and home to Kanchenjunga. Blessed with beautiful ...

Gangtok is the capital city of the Indian state of Sikkim, located in the eastern Himalayan range at an altitude of 5,410 feet (1,650 meters) above sea level. It is known for its natural beauty, ...

A short drive away from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, lies the mystical Rumtek Monastery, which is the seat of various relics of the ancient Buddhist world. I have come here before, especially for a ...

Being Sikkim's biggest monastery and the headquarters of the Karma Kagyu school, Rumtek is accessible daily from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Its beautiful prayer halls, exquisite frescoes, and spectacular ...