Located in the pristine lap of the eastern range of the great Himalayan Mountains, the Sikkim is one of the most beautiful places on the earth. Being a quiet, serene and enchantingly beautiful location amidst the mountains, various destinations in Sikkim are perfect for the mountain lover tourists. The tranquility, peacefulness and the immaculate locations of this Himalayan state is also a perfect setup for a romantic holiday. If you are looking for the famous honeymoon destinations in Sikkim then this article will be helpful for you to select the destinations for your own romantic itinerary. Here is the list of five most famous Honeymoon destinations in Sikkim.
Gangtok
Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim has its own charm and attraction with the splendid sight of Kanchenjunga Mountain, greenery draped city landscape, vibrant culture, old traditions and the mesmerizingly rich natural beauty. With the perfection of a hill station and the city life, the Gangtok can be an amazing honeymoon destination in India. The stunning sceneries and enchanting ambiance are an ideal setting to fuel the romanticism and let you bond with your loved one. The right dash of the modern and traditional environment with the toppings of the natural beauty makes it a popular tourist destination for tourists of every walk of life. The locations of Gangtok such as white snowy Kachendzonga mountain range, Jhakri Falls, Tsongmo Lake, Nathu La Pass, Kyongnosla Waterfalls and serene monasteries are the prime attractions of the Gangtok.
Nathu La Pass
Lies on the border of India and Tibet, the Nathula pass was the famous silk route before 1962 and was the main route of business between India and Tibet. The aesthetic appeal, historical value, and captivating natural beauty make it a must visit place for the tourists visiting Sikkim. Sits peacefully in the lap of the Himalayan mountain range, the place is surrounded by the white snowy mountain peaks. The road to the Nathu La Pass is an attraction in itself with the scenic beauty of alpine orchard everywhere. The famous Tsomgo Lake is on the way to Nathu La Pass and the road is the highest motorable road in the world. The beautifully designed and perfectly maintained war memorial at the Nathu La Pass is an attraction to visit. The pass is situated at the distance of 56 km from the capital city of Sikkim at the height of 14450 feet from the sea level. You can visit this beautiful destination with your spouse and enjoy the beautiful journey to this amazing location. If you are an Indian national then you will be allowed to visit close to the International Border and even get the sight of the Chinese soldiers on the opposite side of the International border.
Lachung, Lachen and Yumthang Valley
Situated in the North Sikkim, the small villages of Lachung and Lachen have become the famous tourist destinations due to its outstanding beauty, aesthetic ambiance, and hilly terrain. These amazingly scenic villages are the best places for a romantic holiday. The white snowy landscape with the endless orchards of alpine and apple trees and the complete tranquility spread in the environment make these places the perfect locations for the lovebirds to spend their beautiful moments with each other. The Yumthang valley and the valley of flowers which is a few hours of drive from these villages is the best place to visit if you are in Lachen and Lachung for your honeymoon trip. Also, the Gurudongmar Lake is an attraction for tourists. However, this lake gets frozen during the winter season, but it still is a must visit place in any season. Other than the rich scenic places, there are beautiful and ancient monasteries which can also be considered as the must visit place if you are in this locality.
Namchi
The lush greenery draped small town of Sikkim is also the perfect destination for a romantic gateway. The city of Namchi is famously known for its rich cultural and religious diversity which attracts tourist at this place. The town is the home to plenty of Monasteries and Temples, and other cultural places as well as forests and its flora and fauna which enrich the natural beauty of this small town of Sikkim and always enthralls nature lovers and honeymooners with its pristine beauty. The streets of Namchi are surrounded by the variety of vibrant and colorful flowers that covered the whole town. The tea gardens and rock garden, the Sherdup Choeling Monastery is the must visit place in the city and the Namchi festival, which is organized every year in the October month is also the key tourist attraction.
Yuksom
An unspoiled, beautiful and peaceful village of Yuksome is the small tourist destination in the west Sikkim. A famous spot for nature lovers, this aesthetic village is the first choice for the romantic holiday apart from the Gangtok. Though the Yuksom village is the prime tourist place the rich nature’s beauty is unspoiled and as captivating as many years ago. The village is situated in a serene, pleasant and aesthetic surroundings which is surrounded by the high hills and dense green forest cover. This village is known as the entrance to the Kanchenjungha National Park and lies on the highly adventurous trekking trails of Sikkim. The Yuksom is also a very important cultural and religious place and also known as “the meeting place of three lamas”. As the place is frequently visited by the trekkers, nature lovers and mountain lovers from all over the world, the village has some good hotels and restaurants as well as tour guides and tour agencies. Yuksom has the historic importance of being the first capital of Sikkim during the 17th century. This peaceful, picture-perfect natural destination is the must visit place for honeymooners to spend some together time amidst the enchanting locality.
