Namchi is situated 78km away from the capital city of Gangtok. It is popular for its Buddhist pilgrimage centers. The largest statue of Buddha is located here. The famous Dalai Lama laid the foundation stone of the idol in 1997. The name Namchi means top of the sky. It is a fast prospering tourist locations. The Namchi Mahotsav, which is a cultural and food festival is organized every year in the month of October. Namchi offers a spectacular view of the Ranjit valley.
Namchi, the capital of South Sikkim is a popular destination in South Sikkim, located at an altitude of 1675 m above sea level. It is situated at a distance of 78 km from Gangtok. In Bhutia, the word ‘Namchi’ means ‘sky high’ and this township is gradually gaining popularity as an amazing tourist destination. The prime attraction of the place is the statue of Guru Padmasambhava measuring 135 feet, in Samdruptse monastery. Visitors can also savor the majestic view of Mt. Khangchendzonga from this location. The Siddhesvara Dham in Namchi has earned accolades for its beauty and is an important place of pilgrimage and visit for tourists.
Namchi offers the most commanding view of the surrounding valleys of Kalimpong and Darjeeling, the neighboring towns of West Bengal. The place has fast grown as a tourist destination and is being seen as the next modern pilgrimage centre. The Tarey Bhir natural view point is another amazing location for people who love ridge walking. The cliff offers breathtaking view of the river valleys down below and dense forestation. It also offers a panoramic view of the confluence of the two rivers of Sikkim, Teesta and Rangit. The Nagadak Monastery, Rock Garden, Kitam Bird Sanctuary and Tendong Hill are sites of interest that can be visited from Namchi.
