Located at a height of 7,200ft above the sea, this scenic town is bestowed with several waterfalls, breath-taking views, natural beauty and adventure options like rafting, kayaking, trekking, mountain biking and several others.
Pelling Tips
The climate in Pelling is moderate throughout the year, therefore one can plan a trip any time of the year. However, the best time to visit would be during the summer months between May and July.
Pelling Facts
The monasteries in Pelling are some of the oldest monasteries of Sikkim.
Since Pelling is located at a high altitude, it often receives snowfall during the winter months.
Pelling lies in the foothills of the Himalayas and the Kanchenjunga mountain ranges which helps you get a closer and much clearer view of these mountains.
Main Highlights
There are many amazing trekking trails that start from Pelling.
The main highlight of the place includes a view of the Kanchenjunga Mountains, many gorgeous waterfalls, bridges, ancient monasteries and so on.
The must-visit places in Pelling include Pemayangtse Monastery, Khecheopalri Lake, Rabdentse Ruins, Sanga Choeling Monastery and Kanchenjunga Falls.
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Read morePelling helipad is located on helipad road and just a km away from Pelling City. I planned a trip to helipad after visiting Sanga Choeling Monastry as both fall on the same road. I got very good reviews about helipad but unfortunately I didn't find this place very alluring. I got breathtaking view of Kanchanzangha and other himalayan range from Chenrezig Statue and skywalk of Sanga Choeling Monastry. Against that view, helipad view was not so attractive. Some constructions were going on near to Helipad and entire place was full of cement, sand and sound pollution. I hardly could spend 5 mins over there. You can witness a view of Chenrezig statue from Pelling Helipad. There is no entry fee to visit this place and it remains open for...
Read moreHelipad Ground is located at the top of upper Pelling, a small town in the Indian state of Sikkim. It is popular for nature lovers like me. The view of Kanchanjanga from Halipad Ground is awesome. Tourists can stay there. There are some hotels like Retreat Crassula Ovata, Snow Valley Resort, Hotel Sikkim Aurora, Hotel Sunset view etc. The spelling rope way is starting from this Hellipad Ground to the...
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