Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim with a population of approximately 50,000 has emerged into the mainstream of the Tourism Industry, with more and more tourist visiting this little Himalayan state every year. Gangtok has developed into a cosmopolitan flavour where old-world charm and hospitality exist along with the Internet Age.
Location : Gangtok
Duration : Full Day
A day excursion to the Phudong monastery. Built in the mid 18th century, it is one of the important Kagyupa monasteries of Sikkim. Along with Rumtek and Ralong monasteries it hosts the annual ‘Kagyat Chaam’ - the masked dance, on the 28th and 29th of the tenth month in the Tibetan calendar. This corresponds to the second fort night of December. A kilometer uphill is the Lab rang monastery which belongs to the Nyingmapa sect of Buddhism. Enroute to Phudong, a stream of prayer flags leads to the Phensang monastery. This monastery follows the Ningmapa sect and has about 300 monks.
- Visit Phudong Monastery
For Tours
- 7 days before Start of the tour No Charge
- 3 Days before start of the tour 50 % of the amount will be refunded.
- Cancellation 48 hours or lesser no refund.
- For Refund thru Credit Card 5% Bank charges Applicable
For Transfers
- 24 Hours before Start of the transfer.
- For Refund thru Credit Card 5% Bank charges Applicable