Namchi

Namchi Char Dham:

The most well-known tourist destinations in Namchi are Char Dham and Siddheshwar Dham. The distance between Namchi's primary taxi station and Char Dham is only 5 kilometers. A great centre for pilgrimage and aesthetics in culture, Char Dham. The location is on Solophok Hills summit. It was built by the state government to advance the localitys spiritual, cultural, and ecological values. The 29 hectares of Char Dham make up a sizable area.

The 108-foot-tall Shiva monument and the Indian Char Dhams are what make Char Dham so appealing. Shiva is depicted as sitting and looking toward the east. Above the main Shiva temple is where the statue is located. A statue of the Nandi Bull stands facing the temple. 12 Jyotirlingas that closely mirror the ones found at the original location surround the temple. The life tale of Lord Shiva is depicted in wall murals inside the temple.

This Dham is a duplicate of the Indian Char Dhams of Badrinath, Dwarka, Rameshwaram, and Jaganath. While the other three Dhams are dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Rameshwaram Dham is to Lord Shiva. Hindu mythology states that in order to achieve virtue, a person must travel to all four Dhams during their life time. Because people may visit all four Dhams in one location, Namchi's attractions draw a lot of Hindu visitors and pilgrims.

The 17-foot-tall model of Kirateshwar is another well-known representation of this Namchi Char Dham. Lord Shiva himself is incarnated as Kirateshwar. According to mythology, Lord Shiva, after losing Sati, retreated and assumed the shape of Kirateshwar, a hunter, in one of Sikkim's forests.

The Char Dham's main entrance has a sizable, fee-based parking facility. To enter the main Dham, one must walk a short distance. From 8 AM till 7 PM, the location is open.

Temi Tea Garden:

The only tea garden in the state of Sikkim is Temi Tea Garden. The 440 acres of land that make up the tea garden are a large area. It is one of Namchi's most picturesque tourist destinations. Although it can be visited as a point of interest, if you'd like, you can stay the night at Cherry Resort, one of Sikkim's opulent hotels, which is located on the grounds of Temi Tea Garden.

To get to the Temi Tea Garden, one must turn off the main road. Your eyes will be soothed by the surrounding greenery as soon as you enter the garden. The surrounding greenery of the tea plants makes you feel as though you are enclosed. To get to the top of the Temi Tea Garden, you must navigate 21 hairpin bends on a completely zigzag road. You will be mesmerized by the vista from the summit, which features lush green tea plants shaded by pink (during bloom season) and crimson (during the fruit season) cherry trees.

At the top of the garden, there is a tea establishment where visitors can sample the various flavours of organic teas made there. You can purchase a tea packet from this location if you would like.  Opening hours for Temi Tea Garden are 7 AM to 7 PM.

Ngadak Monastery:

Another well-known tourist destination in Namchi, the Ngadak Monastery, is only 4 kilometers from the town's taxi stop. This monastery, often referred to as Ngadak Gompa, is one of Namchi's oldest. Ngadak is a term that means promise. Locals claim that visitors visiting this monastery are expected to make a commitment to return.

The monastery was built in the 17th century as a mansion for Pendi Ongmu, the Royal Highness. Later, a monastery was built inside the palace. An earthquake has demolished the previous monastery, which was built of wood and stones. Near the ancient monastery, a new one has been built. The old monastery' s ruins, however, nevertheless exude an air of traditional Sikkim.

Opening hours for the monastery are 8 AM to 5 PM.

Samdruptse Hill:

Samdruptse Hill is a well-known destination for pilgrimage and sightseeing in Namchi due to its town's rich cultural and religious significance. The location is 6 kilometers from Namchi's taxi stand. The enormous statue of Guru Padmasambhava, the patron saint of Sikkim, that stands atop Samdrupste Hill is famed. The statue is the tallest statue of the Guru in the entire globe and stands at 148 feet. The statue is covered in gold studding that shimmers in the sunlight. The beauty of the location is enhanced by Mt. Kanchenjunga backdrop against the clear sky. The Dalai Lama set the statue's cornerstone in 1997, and it wasn't finished until 2004.

Samdruptse Hill's name translates to Wish Fulfilling Hill since so many Buddhist monks venerate it. It takes 250 meters of uphill walking to get to Samdruptse Hill. The place's entry is indicated with a copper wheel at the gate. The hill where the monastery and statue are located is said to be a dormant volcano that can only be maintained by prayer, according to the inhabitants.

A monastery is situated on top of the huge statue of Guru Padmasambhava. You will find a lovely and peaceful atmosphere inside the monastery. As the monks recite mantras, a sense of calm permeates the area. There is a ropeway facility at Samdruptse Hill that allows visitors to access the Namchi Rock Garden, another well-known attraction in Namchi, and return to the hill. Opening hours for Samdruptse Hill are 8 AM to 5 PM.

Sai Mandir:

The Namchi Sai Mandir is situated at a distance of 3 kilometers from the Char Dham. It is a Hindu temple that is situated in Namchi's Assangthang neighbourhood. One of Namchi's most popular and significant tourist attractions.

The temple was constructed in 2102 as a gift to the residents of the state by the Chief Minister. Sai Baba's statue is located on the first floor of the temple's two-story structure. On the ground floor, the devotees assemble to chant hymns to glorify the Lord. Additionally, there are ten paintings on the wall that represent Lord Vishnu in ten different incarnations. A garden surrounds the temple, and Mount Kanchenjunga may be seen in the distance. The statue of Sai Baba appears magnificent as the strong sunshine hits it.

There are a few tiny eateries outside the temple that provide Indian vegetarian meals as well as drinks and snacks. 8 AM to 5 PM are the hours the temple is open.

Namchi Helipad:

A 5 kilometers drive will bring you to the Namchi Helipad. The Namchi Helipad area is a great location that offers a clear view of the surroundings. When standing on the helipad, keep the helipad to your left and turn your head to the right to look up at the hilltop where you will notice a little Shiva statue that is identical to the Char Dham's.

The magnificent view of the snow-capped Mt. Kanchenjunga that you may see from Namchi Helipad is renowned. One can also view the Darjeeling and Kalimpong hills from here on a clear day. Every Thursday, a helicopter travel from Bagdogra to Namchi. It is a genuinely lovely location in Namchi.

Tendong Hill:

Ravangla and Namchi are separated by Tedong Hill. The location is situated 16 kilometers from Ravangla and 11 kilometers from Namchi. Tendong Hill is located above the settlement of Damthang and is only accessible by foot. It is one of Namchi's most well-known locations for trekking and sightseeing.

The hill's elevation of 8300 feet gives you a breathtaking perspective of the mountain ranges. Tendong literally translates to "upraised horn" in Lepcha. Native American mythology claims that once this area was flooded, and the soil rose itself to protect the inhabitants. Even now, during the rainy season, the villagers still pray to the hill to save and shield them from the flood tragedy. Lamas of the Buddhist faith have been seen here meditating in the tranquil surroundings.

Rhododendron and magnolia trees, as well as a dense forest, are in bloom all around Tendong Hill. On top of the hill, there is a small monastery with a three-story guard tower. A 360-degree panorama of the Singalila Range, the Chola Range of Bhutan, a portion of Gangtok, the West Bengal plains, the Nathu La Pass of East Sikkim, and the West Bengal town of Darjeeling are all visible from this watchtower. Tendong Hill can only be reached via hiking, as was previously indicated. The 6 kilometers hike begins in Damthang. The hike route travels through dense vegetation bordered by a variety of wildlife and flora. Tendong Hill hiking is most enjoyable from March to June. Opening hours for the hike route are 8 AM to
4 PM.

Tarey Bhir:

Recently, Tarey Bhir has emerged as one of Namchi's top tourist destinations. 16 kilometers away from Namchi town, Tarey Bhir is situated at the top of a tall cliff along a long ridge. This location is close to Namchi's Sadam village.

Tarey Bhir offers you an incredible view of the spectacular surroundings and resembles the Great Wall of China in certain ways. Bhir is the Nepali dialect word for cliff. On a 3 kilometers long hill, Tarey Bhir is situated at an elevation of 10,000 feet. There is an about 3500-foot-deep gorge on one side of the Tarey Bhir. To make the steep climbing easier, steps and pedestrian footprints have been created on the ridge.

It is the only location in Sikkim from which Kalimpong, Darjeeling, and the River Teesta can all be seen in one line of sight. The Teesta River, Darjeeling, and Kalimpong are all visible along with the snow-capped Himalayas from the watchtower at the end of the ridge. Additionally, from here, one can see the Peshok
Tea Garden.

From 8 AM to 5 PM, Tarey Bhir is open. However, early in the morning is the ideal time to explore this location.

Rock Garden:

The Samdruptse Hill is only 1 kilometer from the Namchi Rock Garden, which is approximately 5 kilometers from Namchi's main town. The Rock Garden is essentially situated at the foot of Samdruptse Hill. It is a lovely, thoughtfully designed garden that draws tourists to Namchi.

The Chief Minister of Sikkim established The Rock Garden in 2005. This garden contains a wide variety of plants, flowers, and trees. There are numerous waiting booths, lookout places, and some beautifully planted water features along the path leading to the garden. The playground for kids inside this garden is the highest playground for kids in the entire globe. The Namchi Ropeway, which runs from Samdruptse Hill to the Rock Garden and back again, is another draw of the Rock Garden.

Opening hours for Namchi Rock Garden are 8 AM to 5 PM.