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Surrounded by mist-shrouded mountains, this gateway to West Sikkim offers spectacular views of Kanchenjunga from Pelling's Pemayangtse Monastery. Visit the sacred Khecheopalri Lake nearby, then sample momos and thukpa at local teahouses after exploring colourful Rabdentse ruins.
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By choosing a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and save more of your budget for sightseeing during your trip.
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but all of them have three main qualities in common, including low prices, a social setting, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: Oak valley retreat homestay hostel cafe - Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free WiFi. Zostel Rinchenpong (Pelling) - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi.
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually June and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 51°F. The rainiest months in Gyalshing are July, June, August, and May, with each month seeing an average of 37 inches of rainfall.
Depending on what you're interested in, you might enjoy the area around Gyalshing. Get out into nature with places like Rimbi Orange Garden, Rimbi Waterfalls, and Khecheopalri Lake. Additional attractions include Sky Walk Pelling Sikkim, Tashiding Monastery, and Dubdi Monastery.
Keep this information about transit options in Gyalshing on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Gangtok (PYG-Pakyong), 21.1 mi (34 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Bagdogra (IXB), located 42.5 mi (68.4 km) away.