Ravangla, Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary - in search of tranquility

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Situated in South Sikkim, at an altitude of 7400 ft.

Places to view in Ravangla:

  1. Trek to Maenam
  2. Ralang old and new monastery
  3. Borong hot spring
  4. Buddha park in Ravangla
  5. Sunrise point in Ravangla
  6. Samdruptse
  7. Temi Tea Garden
  8. Tendong Hill: Trek to Tendong Hill top is one of the most popular and easy treaks near Ravangla, South Sikkim. Situated at an altitude of 8530 ft, Tendong Hill is actually a dormant volcano. In local Lepcha language Tendong means raised horn. Legend says that the Tendong Hill saved the local people once when the whole world was flooded by giving them shelter on top. Historically this has been one favorite places for Buddhist Lamas for meditation due to the serenity and tranquility of the place.

    The hill is surrounded by the lash green ancient forest. During spring one can see the bright blooms of rhododendrons, cream magnolias and wild orchids in this moss-laden forest. The panoramic view from the hill top is breathtaking and on a bright sunny day it is possible to view the magnificent Kangchendzonga, Singalila Range and the plains of Bengal from there.

  9. Char Dham - A replica of the famous four

  • At last , after long break, again I am out ...
  • Day 4: Adieu to Ravangla, end of trip
Trip Start Dec 16, 2010
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Trip End Dec 20, 2010


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