Pelling Travel Guide
Pelling is a scenic hill town in West Sikkim, famous for stunning views of Mount Kanchenjunga, ancient monasteries, waterfalls, and skywalks. It is one of the best places in Sikkim for nature lovers and cultural exploration.
📍 Quick Facts
StateSikkim
Famous ForKanchenjunga Views
Ideal Duration2–3 Days
LanguagesNepali, English, Hindi
🌦 Live Weather & Network
WeatherLoading…
Temperature–
📱 NetworkGood 4G
🌐 InternetStable
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Mar – MaySpring views
Sep – NovClear mountains
Dec – FebCold winters
FestivalLosar
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏔 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Pemayangtse MonasteryAncient monastery
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Chenrezig SkywalkGlass bridge
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Kanchenjunga FallsWaterfall views
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Rabdentse RuinsHistoric capital
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MomosLocal favourite
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ThukpaNoodle soup
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Nepali MealsTraditional food
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Hill CafésTea & snacks
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WoollensShawls & caps
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Buddhist ArtifactsPrayer items
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HandicraftsLocal souvenirs
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Local MarketsSmall shops
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Mountain PhotographyKanchenjunga range
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Nature WalksForest trails
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Monastery VisitsSpiritual calm
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Sunrise ViewsMountain glow
🗺 Suggested Pelling Itinerary
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Day 1Monasteries & skywalk
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Day 2Waterfalls & Rabdentse
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Day 3Leisure & viewpoints
🚆 How to Reach Pelling
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Bagdogra Airport160 km
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New Jalpaiguri150 km
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RoadVia Geyzing
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Taxi₹4000+
🏨 Where to Stay in Pelling
Luxury
Mid-Range
Budget
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View ResortsKanchenjunga facing
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Boutique HotelsPremium stays
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3★ HotelsComfort stays
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HomestaysLocal hospitality
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Budget HotelsAffordable
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Guest HousesBasic stays
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Local EateriesNepali cuisine
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Momo ShopsQuick bites
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CafésTea & coffee
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Hotel DiningMulti-cuisine
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Yuksom · 35 kmTrekking base
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Geyzing · 10 kmTown hub
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Ravangla · 50 kmBuddha Park
👕 What to Wear
Warm layers
Comfortable walking shoes
Rain jacket (monsoon)
Woollens (winter)
🎉 Festivals
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LosarTibetan New Year
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Saga DawaBuddhist festival
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Local Monastery EventsCultural programs