Jelep La, Nathang Valley

As the name suggests, this is a temple dedicated to Baba Harbhajan, a soldier from the Indian army who died in the late 1960s. To honour him, a memorial was built near the Chhokya Chho at an elevation of 4000 metres. To reach this temple, visitors will have to climb 50 stairs to reach the bunker, which is the site of the memorial. This is visited by both locals and tourists to get a glimpse of this memorial.

This is a war memorial dedicated to the soldiers of the Indian army who lost their lives in the 1962 war. There are more than 250 soldiers whose names are inscribed on the memorial and are worth checking out. When in the memorial, you can pay your respects to the martyred soldiers and spend some time exploring the premises. The memorial is located at a height of 13000 feet, so do check it out when you visit Jelep La.

The Nathu La pass is a mountain pass that connects Sikkim to Tibet and is at a height of more than 13000 feet. This pass is the official meeting point for India and China as it is also a trade route. The name literally translates to listening ears pass and it is known for its pristine beauty. During most of the time, the temperature remains low but the views are absolutely worth it.