Sikkim’s Iconic Gangtok Ropeway Resumes Operation & You Must Add It To Your Itinerary

by Suchismita Pal
Sikkim’s Iconic Gangtok Ropeway Resumes Operation & You Must Add It To Your Itinerary

Catching panoramic views of the Himalayan valley in Sikkim is one of the best experiences you can ever have. The good news is that Gangtok Ropeway is finally resuming services to offer tourists a 360-degree view of the charming city in Kanchenjunga’s lap. The services had remained suspended for some time owing to maintenance work.

Gangtok Ropeway Connects Deorali Bazar And Sikkim Legislative Assembly

Gangtok Ropeway connects Deorali Bazar and Sikkim Legislative Assembly. Firstly, it can enthral tourists with the breathtaking mountain views from above. Secondly, it can be a quicker alternative to road journeys for locals travelling between Deorali Bazar and Sikkim Legislative Assembly. The ropeway service is affordable as well as eco-friendly. The company Damodar Ropeways constructed these ropeways and they have been upgraded with the latest innovations to heighten the safety and thrill of the journey.

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The Ropeway Is One Of The Top Attractions In Gangtok

As per reports, the ropeways are functioning at full capacity now. The ropeway service is one of the top attractions in Gangtok, in addition to beautiful monasteries, gushing waterfalls, cosy cafes, vibrant markets and much more. Some prominent tourist spots in Gangtok include Do Drul Chorten stupa, Rumtek Dharma Chakra Centre, Tashi View Point, Ban Jhakri Falls Park, Khangchendzonga National Park, The Seven Sisters Waterfall and M.G Marg Market, to name a few.

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So, when are you planning a trip to Sikkim? From Gangtok, you can visit other stunning locations as well, like Tsomgo Lake, Lachen and Lachung.