Things to do in Mangan

A paradise for all who love nature!

Glorious Himalayan pinnacles, thick backwoods, shimmering streams, lively monasteries and a spirit alleviating climate is the thing that characterizes the captivating hill resort of Mangan. The little town sits as the headquarter of the North Sikkim region, roosted at a rise of 4000 ft. above ocean level, additionally filling in as a travel base for individuals going to other much prominent traveller goals of the locale including Lachung, Lachen and Chungthang. The unmatched peacefulness of this little Himalayan town, periodically broken by delicate stirring of the leaves, foaming music of the gurgling streams and resonant twitters of brilliant little birds, frequently throws a mysterious spell on nature lovers and soul searcher who crowd here in journey of significant quietude and comfort, far from humdrums of the stunning city lives. The little villa is viewed as much as a heaven for photography nerds as well and abandons them in sheer wonder of the dazzling excellence overflowing from every last bit of Mt. Kanchenjunga that has been remaining here in its regularly captivating greatness since ages.

Here’s all you should indulge in while in Mangan

Trek to enjoy the scenic views at Singhik

Singhik is a heaven for an undertaking aficionado as it offers them with many brief day treks and remote treks, for example, Jhandi and Tosha Lake trek. You should also spend time at the customary Lepcha houses and antiquated Singhik Monastery. While trekking here, you get the chance to walk through lush green forests and wonderful trails that display nature’s boundless beauty. One can fly out 15 km to visit the Dzongu and Tingchim town to abide into the customary existences of Sikkim individuals. Also visit Phodong Monastery; one of the most established religious community in Sikkim, inside the separation of 30 km from this wonderful human progress. To see where Lepchas marked the Treaty of Blood Brotherhood amid fourteenth century, one can visit the verifiable town Kabi, which is only an hour’s head out from Singhik. On your way back, you can also spend time unwinding at the beautiful Naga Waterfalls and enjoy the picturesque view of the mighty mountains. Trekking across Singhik from Mangan is a must for those that love adventure.

Wondering the best time to visit Singhik?

The perfect time to visit Singhik is during the month of March and May. The town is also at its beautiful best amid the autumn season of September and October. July and August are the months when the place encounter substantial precipitation and thought about unsafe to visit.

Unwind and relax at Labrang Monastery

Labrang Monastery is an appealing destination to visit. Here you can explore and witness the commanding structure and also walk across the exhibition hall that stores statues, sutras, wall paintings and in addition dialect books and music. This monastery is likewise situated at a distance of 2 kms from the Phodong Monastery, which is yet another monastery that you should see. You can offer prayers at these monasteries and also enjoy the scenic view of the lush greenery, mountains and pristine sky from here.

When to visit Labrang Monastery?

Visit Labrang Monastery in the month of March to June. During this season, you can enjoy a pleasant weather and a walk across the town is hence easier.

Celebrate Maghe Sankranti at Sirijonga Yuma Mangheem

Sirijonga Yuma Mangheem is structurally worked in likeness to the Sirijonga Yuma Mangheem of Martam in West Bengal. It was worked in 1983. The place is swarmed with visitors and enthusiasts amid the celebration of Maghe Sankranti, which is commended amid the long stretch of January. Maghe Sankranti is a celebration which denotes the start of a hotter climate in Sikkim. It is commended by the Nepalese and is praised on the primary day of the tenth month of consistently as per the Bikram Sambat. On this day diverse melas and exercises are in held and around Sikkim. You can also enjoy dancing to traditional folks during this festival.

When is the best time to visit Sirijonga Yuma Mangheem?

The wonderful climate amid the mid-year months from March to May are thought to be the best time to visit this spots. Be that as it may, January is the month when the vitality of this place is amazing as a direct result of the dynamite festivity of the Maghey Sankranti celebration, the visitors from everywhere throughout the country come to see this and similarly participate in the fun with local people.

Know the Lepchas better at Rong Lungten Lee

The Rong Lungten Lee nearly looks like the customary place of the Lepcha faction at Namprikdang. It is arranged at a separation of 8 km from the town of Mangan. Uncommon accumulations of the relics of the Lepcha people group are shown in this house. The house is separated into three sections. The roof is called phodong which implies storage room. This part is utilized to store profitable and antique things which are shown to the guests. The house is open consistently and is regularly visited by numerous local and remote visitors. The Namprikdang is situated at the juncture of two streams – Kanaka and Teesta. The magnificence of widely varied vegetation here is a sight to be appreciated.

Best time to visit?

Visit this place during the summer season to enjoy the best of it.

Dance to the tunes at Mangan Music Festival

For those venturing out to Mangan with a sole reason to get a closer meet with its vivid and vivacious culture, must arrange an excursion amid the acclaimed ‘Mangan Music Festival’ which is held in the period of December consistently. This festival is organised by the Sikkim State Tourism Department. It makes for an extraordinary scene to see delightful melodic ability of Sikkim, with different acclaimed groups from the state and also different parts of the North East area performing and alluring their visitors. Antiques, crafts and handicraft items are displayed. You can also enjoy the real taste of Sikkim and other NE states during this festival.

So, go ahead and let the enchanting spirit of Mangan dazzle you!