Yuksam

Literally means the ‘meeting of three great lamas” who came from Tibet and established the Nyingmapa order of Tibetan Buddhism here. They also consecrated the first ruler of Sikkim here. It is also the entry point of the Khangchendzonga National Park Yuksam is the base for mountain climbing course organized by the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, which also has its base camp at Chauriganj near Dzongri.

Tourist Attractions in Yuksam

Khechepalri Lake, Dubdi Monastery, Norbugang Coronation Throne.

How to reach Yuksam

By Air : Nearest Airport : Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri, West Bengal is 140 kms away from Yuksam. There is Daily flight from Delhi and Calcutta.

By Rail : Nearest Railhead : New Jalpaiguri Railway Station in West Bengal, is 140 kms away. It is well connected with major cities of India such as Delhi, Calcutta and Guwahati.

By Road : Yuksam is well linked with all the major district of Sikkim, state West Bengal, Bhutan Border and Nepal Border. Siliguri, the main base city from where one can get various transport to Sikkim is 140 kms away.