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All the places to visit and things to do in Ravangla

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Visit Maenam Hill Trek in Ravangla

Maenam Hill Trek

Trekking
Ravangla-Maenam Hill Trek passes through the wildlife sanctuary, hence, guides are mandatory for the entry into the forests. The guides are available at the forest barrack entry near the Ravangla monastery. The 5 hours trek passes through a dense vegetation of the flora of the region, namely the Oak, Hemlock, and Rhododendrons, the amazing diversity in the entire flora of the region is a sight to behold. The route for the trek may seem hard for occasional trekkers, but for regular trekkers, there is slightly less arduous, but a tad longer another route. The weather of the Hill is really uncertain, as rain may fall anytime, even when it may be sunny. But it is nothing to be worried about, as there is a small hut, a couple of hundred meters before the Peak, which is used by the trekkers for camping. And once you pass through the forest to the peak of the Hill, you would undoubtedly be spellbound by the breathtaking view of the majestic Himalayas.

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Visit Maenam Hill in Ravangla

Maenam Hill

Hill
For the lovers of trekking, Maenam hill is one of the most important attractions of the visitors of Ravangla. Situated at an altitude of 10300 ft, the scenic beauty of the hill is magnified by the view of the majestic Himalayas; the rich, verdant forests, and the wide and gigantic Bengal plains, visible between the Darjeeling and Kalimpong hills. Because of the calm and serene habitat of the Maenam Hill, it serves as a meditating site for many monks, as well as sustaining magnificent flora and fauna. The vegetation of the neighbouring forests include the trees of Chestnut, Oak, Rhododendron, and Magnolia, whereas the Animalia include the Red Pandas, the Himalayan Black Bears, various species of deer, among others. But the most outstanding memory of the Maenam hill which will probably be etched in your mind, forever, is the view of the rising Sun, over the snow-clad, Himalayas.

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Visit Khechuperi Trek in Ravangla

Khechuperi Trek

Trekking
The Khechupelri Trek is among the popular low-altitude treks in Sikkim. This trek is ideal for occasional trekkers, and those who wish to witness and explore the enchanting elegance of trekking in Sikkim. Since the route of the trek has many different monasteries on it, it is often called the ‘Monastery Loop Trek’. The trek passes through the monasteries of Rumtek, Ravangla, YuksamDubdi, Hongri, Tashding, Khechuperi and Sinon, among others. Hidden in the dense forest, is the Khechuperi lake, which is considered to be sacred by many locals, which they believe grants wishes. The trek is ideal for people who wish to explore Buddhist culture and monasteries. People who want some calm and serenity, away from their hustling, busy life, should make this trek, as it is sure to relieve you of all your stress.

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Visit Temi Tea Garden in Ravangla

Temi Tea Garden

Sight Seeing
The Temi Tea Garden was established in 1969, it is now considered to be one of the best tea gardens not only of India, but of the world. Situated at an altitude of about 7000 ft, the Temi Tea Garden encompasses an area of 440 acres. The contour of the land is of gentle slopes, which are part of the Tendong Hill range. The annual tea production is about 100 tonnes. The tea produced here is completely Organic, which has been awarded the ‘All India Quality Award’ by the Tea Board of India, and finds its market in various other countries, such as Japan and Canada. For the tourists who wish to stay, the Cherry Resort on the Hill of the Tea Garden is an ideal choice, as it allows them to sightsee the beauty of the tea garden, while observing the life of the plantation workers. The tea garden can either be reached by a car or a bus, from Pelling, Gangtok, Ravangla, or Namchi.

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Visit Samdruptse Hill in Ravangla

Samdruptse Hill

Hill
Samdruptse Hill is home to the world’s largest statue of the Buddhist Padmasambhava (Guru Rinpoche), the patron saint of Sikkim. The name Samdruptse Hill literally translates to the ‘Wish Fulfilling Hill’, as the hill is revered by many local monks, who worship the Hill, believing that the Hill is a dormant volcano, and only can praying can keep the volcano dormant. For history enthusiasts, there is, within the premises of the Statue, an exhibition of vintage photographs, which date back to the days of Gandhi. On the way to the Hill, there lies a beautiful Rock Garden, which houses a vast diversity of flora, and is one of the most popular visiting sites for travelers and locals, alike. The Hill also offers a spectacular view of Mt. Kangchenjunga, whose sheer magnificence against the skyline makes it inevitable for you to fall in love with the snow-capped Himalayas.

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Visit Rafting in Ravangla in Ravangla

Rafting in Ravangla

Water Sports
For the adventurous tourists visiting Ravangla, white water rafting is one of the best choice of activities to do while vacationing in the lap of the majestic Himalayas. The waters of the Rangit River are one of the most famous white water rafting locations in Sikkim, giving a rush of adrenaline to the rafting enthusiasts. The course of the rafting waters stretches to Nine Kilometers, going downstream. The waters have around 8 Grade 2 and 3 rapids, which make the experience worthwhile. In addition to that, the course offers sharp descends and narrow ravines which are extremely difficult to maneuver, and are challenging for rafters. If after reading this description, you have goosebumps and can barely contain your excitement, then white water rafting at Ravangla is where you should be on your next getaway from your routine life, unto an extraordinary vacation to the Sikkimese Himalayas.

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Visit Sunset View in Ravangla

Sunset View

Sight Seeing
The breathtaking view of the Sun from the Hills around Ravangla is magnificent, as it sets over Mount Kangchenjunga and the great Himalayan skyline, and is bound to make you forget all your worries, and make you fall in love with the chaste natural beauty, untouched by the harsh touch of mankind. The Sunrise and Sunset are visible from many places near Ravangla, the most popular among them being the Maenam Hill and the Temi Tea Garden, apart from the plenty of Hotels and Resorts, which have rooms especially designed to effectively captivate the emanating beauty of the rising and setting Sun, over the Himalayan skyline. The rays of the Sun slithering out of the clouds during dusk make the sky burn auburn, as anyone who watches the scene is stupefied by the splendid view of nature.

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Visit Ralong Monastery in Ravangla

Ralong Monastery

Monastery
Ralong Monastery in Sikkim is home to about 100 monks belonging to the Kagyu sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It underwent renovation from 1975-1981, since when the monastery is developed into a marvel of Tibetan architecture, whose entire aura is sure to give your vacation a more spiritual touch, where you can meditate, and connect with your inner self. The monastery hosts an array of annual festivals, like Pang Lhabsol (taking place somewhere between September to early December), Chaam Dance (taking place somewhere between August to September), and Mahakala (taking place in November), which are highly recommended for travelers who are Buddhist enthusiasts. The monastery is also home to a vast selection of paintings and thangkas (which are Tibetan Buddhist painting on a fabric, mainly silk or cotton), which are one of the finest specimen of Tibetan art in the region. The monastery hosts an array of annual festivals, like Pang Lhabsol (taking place somewhere between September to early December), Chaam Dance (taking place somewhere between August to September), and Mahakala (taking place in November), which are highly recommended for travelers who are Buddhist enthusiasts. The monastery is also home to a vast selection of paintings and thangkas (which are Tibetan Buddhist painting on a fabric, mainly silk or cotton), which are one of the finest specimen of Tibetan art in the region.

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