Namchi:

Namchi, meaning Sky High in bhutia, nestled among the hills at an elevation of around 5500ft., commands panaromic view of the snow capped mountains and vast stretches of valley. It is also the headquarter of South district. The area is fast developing into a tourist destination with its immense potential for all round tourist activities. By Road Namchi is approximately about 92 km from Siliguri. One can enjoy a joyous ride along the river Teesta on the way to Namchi from Siliguri by road ... Namchi is a city and the administrative headquarter of the Namchi district in the Indian state of Sikkim. The appellation Namchi means Sky (Nam) High (Chi) in Sikkimese. Namchi, known as the cultural and religious capital of Sikkim, has many religious establishments and shrines, including monasteries, temples & temple complexes, etc. that makes it an ideal destination for devotees and worshippers. However, Namchi also has magnificent gardens, flower shows, viewpoints and even cable car rides that offers panoramic views of the town and the mountains. Below are best tourist sites in Namchi. Namchi, a serene city and district headquarters of south Sikkim, stands as a captivating destination that retains its local essence while offering a peaceful respite from the bustling crowds of Gangtok. Perched at an altitude of 1675m, the city gets its name from the Bhutia language, meaning “the top of the sky.” Embraced by the beauty of the hills, Namchi treats visitors with splendid views of Kanchenjunga and the enchanting Rangeet Valley, making it an ideal place to reconnect with ...