If there is any place on earth where one can see "heaven," then it has to be Yuksom. Formally referred to as the 'Gateway to Kangchendzongha', Yuksom is consecrated by the presence of majestic snow peaked mountains, monasteries, etc. Yuksom was the ancient capital of Sikkim, and also holds the tag of being a sacred site, symbolically representing the "third eye of Sikkim". Yuksom is a historical town in Geyzing subdivision of West Sikkim district in the Northeast Indian state of Sikkim. It was the first capital of Sikkim established in 1642 AD by Phuntsog Namgyal who was the first Chogyal of Sikkim. The literal meaning of the term "Yuksom" is "the meeting point of the three Lamas." The Lamas came from Sikkim and established the Nyingmapa order of Tibetan Buddhism. Yuksom is perched at an elevation of 1780 m, and is nestled in the lap of the Himalayan Mountains. On a tour to Yuksom, tourists can go for trekking in Mt. Kangchendzongha, and enjoy the untamed wildlife sanctuary or simply relax with a glass of bamboo drink.

Location: Sikkim
Best Time To Visit: March to June and September to October
Famous for: Gateway to Kangchendzongha