These Popular Tourist Attractions Of Sandakphu Are A Must Visit

Sandakphu is one of the highest peaks situated in the state of West Bengal. Furthermore, it is the highest point of the Singalila Ridge in the Darjeeling district on the West Bengal – Nepal border.

This peak is located at the very edge of the Singalila National Park and also has a small village on the summit of a few hostels.

Moreover, you will be amazed to know that out of the five of the highest peaks in the world four of them are located at the edge of the Singalila National Park. Now that was interesting to know,

isn’t it? Let’s explore some of the most enchanting tourist attractions of this place.

The Everest Family Will Delight You

Now, this is quite cool. You know why? Because as the very first ray of sunlight strikes, the tourists will be seeing the iconic peaks of the Everest family in Nepal at the very far end which is inclusive of the gorgeous Mt.Everest. Now, the tourists will be finding these peaks along with other peaks like Lhotse and Mt. Makalu quite mesmerizing as well. And if the tourists look further in the west direction then they will be also be seeing the Chamlang which more or less seems like a square wall of snow.

Experiencing The Immense Mt.Kanchenjunga

Now Mt.Kanchenjunga is one of the most attractive as well as interesting tourist attractions of this place. Some of the other peaks which are close to Kanchenjunga are inclusive of Kabru (24,026 ft), Kumbhakarna (yes, that is a name of a peak)which is 25,294 ft and Pandim as well which is 22,010 ft. East of the Kanchenjunga you will be seeing some great Tibetan peaks such as Narsing, Dongkya, and Chola as well.

Explore The Eclectic Phalut

It is the second highest peak which is situated in West Bengal. However, it is located inside the Singalila National Park which is specifically quite near the Sikkim Nepal Border. This is more or less a small bunkhouse of our Indian army and can be particularly found on the peak. And the indigenous tribes who live near Phalut are called Falutians. They have specifically worshipped this peak quite likely as a God for more than 300 years now. Moreover, they also have given it a name, isn’t it quite interesting and you know what that is “Omna Re Ay”.

Manebhanjan – Now This One Is A Must Visit

Located around 26 km from Darjeeling this place offers a plethora of options when it comes to specifically go on a ride.

Manebhanjan is a small village located about 26 km from Darjeeling, 92 km from Siliguri, and on the border of India and Nepal at an altitude of 7,054 ft (2,150 m). This is the place from where the popular Sandakphu trek starts.

Tumling Offers The Most Stunning Views Of Nature

The Tumling is a small village which is situated in Nepal village and is much famous for the views which it offers the visitors. On a healthy night with assorted lodges dotting a very sedate and green environment the lights of the towns of the Darjeeling, Pasupati can also be viewed.

Lamey Dhura Is A Paradise For The Travelers

The Chitrey is a small settlement of Lamey Dhura. However, between Chitrey and Lamedhura you will be trekking through a ridge. Here, you will be finding cottages selling hot tea and many other knickknacks for trekking purposes.

Meghma Has The Charm To Entice You

Meghma is a kind of larger settlement and the right uphill route specifically leads to the trekker's hut situated at Tonglu. The trail in the left passes through Nepal. The roads here meet again at Tumling. Moreover, there is a large SSB camp at Meghma. This place also consists of a monastery and a primary school.

Indulge In The Immensity Of Gairibas

One would have to take a right turn towards Gairibas. It is furthermore 1 km ahead and is located at an altitude of 8,600 ft. And from Tumling, up to Jhaubari, it is a gradual descend and a relatively easy trek. But after Jahubari, it is quite a steep descend up to Gairibas.