Aritar Gumpa Monastery Sikkim, <em>Sikkim</em>
Sikkim

Aritar Gumpa Monastery Sikkim, Sikkim

About Aritar Gumpa Monastery Sikkim

This monastery belongs to the Karma Kagyu lineage in Buddhism and has Tibetan origins too. It is situated at a height of 4600 feet above sea level and is an offbeat place to visit on your Sikkim trip. The best part of this monastery is that you can also get a glimpse of Mount Kanchenjunga from its viewpoint. 

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Open 7 days a week
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Monday09:00 – 17:00
Tuesday09:00 – 17:00
Wednesday09:00 – 17:00
Thursday09:00 – 17:00
Friday09:00 – 17:00
Saturday09:00 – 17:00
Sunday09:00 – 17:00
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Aritar Gumpa Monastery Sikkim Highlights

• Meditate in the monastery and understand what it's like to experience peacefulness.
• Walk by the Aritar lake and go boating with some of the best views of the Himalayas. 
• Try spotting Mount Kanchenjunga from any of the hotels you are staying at Aritar. 
• Explore the Aritar Dak bungalow and learn about how it was converted from a British bungalow to a modern day hotel.
• Experience a home stay in any of the home stays in Aritar and unwind amidst the best of nature. 
• Visit the Mankhim temple and know more about its religious and cultural significance. 

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Point of Interest for Aritar Gumpa Monastery Sikkim

Boating at Aritar Lake

Boating at Aritar Lake

A visit to Aritar is incomplete without visiting the lake located close to the monastery. It is located a short drive away from the monastery and has all that you need to unwind after a long day. This lake is located at a height of 4915 feet and comes with a boating facility too. Tourists can either go boating and enjoy the views of the mountains or even walk alongside the lake. This is also one of the highest lakes in Sikkim with a boating facility. 


Visit Aritar Dak Bungalow

Visit Aritar Dak Bungalow

Alternatively known as the Ari Bangla, this is one of the most prominent attractions in Aritar. This is a bungalow dating back to the British era and is at a height of 1447 metres. This bungalow was built by a British officer named Sir James Claude White and it continues to exist. This palace was also used as a health centre for injured soldiers in the 20th century. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction and above all, a famous hotel in the region. 


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