Pelling, 115 km from the Sikkim state capital Gangtok, is located at the foothills of the Kanchenjunga and is known for the magnificent views it provides. At an altitude of 19,00 m, Pelling is the closest view of the Kanchenjunga you can get without leaving the comfort of good hotels behind. Known for its pristine natural beauty, the people of Pelling ensure that the natural and cultural resources of its land remain untouched. This has enabled some of the towns most beautiful tourist attractions to be its waterfalls and lakes.
Being a budding tourist destination, Pelling is connected to various parts of the country by rail, air and road. The nearest airport to Pelling is at Bagdogra, which is 160 kms away from the town. It is connected with all major cities and many flights operate regularly from the airport. Shared cabs and taxis can be hired from the Bagdogra airport to reach Pelling.
Pelling can be easily reached by road by state transport buses, private cabs and self-driven cars. It is well connected to Gangtok, Siliguri and Darjeeling and hence can be accessed easily. The facility of shared cabs can also be availed from Sikkim.
Situated at a distance of 52kms, the New Jalpaiguri Railway Station is the nearest rail track from where one can take a cab and taxi to reach Pelling. Shared cabs can be hired from Siliguri, which is 6 kms away from the railway station.
The best time to visit this captivating place is between the months of September to May. Winter season and the onset of summers is the most favorable time to travel to Pelling. Monsoon season is the least preferred season, as during this period, Pelling receives torrential rains.
Pelling, a beautiful town in the West district of Sikkim, has become the second biggest tourist destination in Sikkim after Gangtok. Located 10 km from Geyzing and 130 km from Gangtok, the main attraction of the place is the breathtaking sight of the Khangchendzonga and the neighbouring peaks. The famous Pemayangste monastery is less than a kilometer from here and is a major tourist hotspot. Pelling also has sites for mountain biking, rock climbing, village tours, meditations, apart from serving as a base for a number of treks in the region. The scenic town of Pelling is a perfect holiday destination for all nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
Pelling, a beautiful petite town sited at a height of 6800ft was initially covered with wild thick forest which served as home to many indigenous wild animals of that period including Wildman(may not be yeti though). This ridge being situated in between two old Buddhist monasteries (Pemayangtse and Sangacholing) developed into a full-fledged village named Pelling. Today, Pelling is one of the best-chosen tourist hotspots in Sikkim. More than that, Pelling is the heart where all the breathtaking tourist spots of West Sikkim can be visited.