Gangtok

Best time to visit

March to May and October to November

Gangtok's climate is characterized by mild winters and cool summers, with the monsoon season bringing moderate to heavy rainfall from June to September.

Getting there & around

• Road — Connected to major cities in Sikkim and neighboring states via National Highway 31A.
• Bus — Regular bus services from major cities in Sikkim and neighboring states.
• Auto-rickshaw — Common mode of transportation within the city.
• Taxi — Available for hire for short trips and sightseeing.

Before you go

• If you want Pang Lhabsol
• it is the 15th day of the 7th Tibetan month - late August or early September - and Gangtok is where the biggest version is staged. Sort permits before planning Nathu La or Tsomgo. And do not expect autos.

Famous eateries & specialties

• Momo's — Tibetan-style steamed momos (dumplings) filled with pork, chicken, or vegetables.
• Thukpa — A popular Sikkimese noodle soup made with vegetables, noodles, and sometimes meat or eggs.
• Gundruk — A traditional Sikkimese fermented green tea leaf soup.
• Selro — A popular local bakery serving traditional Sikkimese bread and pastries.

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