Do Drul Chorten ( 3 Km. From Tashi Delek )
An awe inspiring stupa, encircled by prayer wheels which one spins while circumambulating clockwise offering the prayer "Om Mane Padme Hum Re". In the chapel are 2 giant statues of Lord Buddha and Guru Padmasambhava, the patron saint of Sikkim.
   Do Drul Chorten
 
 
Research Institute of Tibetology    
Research Institute of Tibetology ( 3 Km. from Tashi Delek )
Displayed at this unique institute devoted to Tibetology is perhaps the largest collection of Tibetan artifacts outside Tibet such as rare 'Thankas', statues, scriptures and over 200 Buddhist icons.
 
 
 
Rumtek Monastery ( 24 Km. from Tashi Delek )
A replica of the monastery at Tsurphu, Tibet, Rumtek is a splendid example of Tibetan Monastic art with its traditional architecture, exquisite paintings and intricate wood work . It is also the world headquarters of the Dharma Chakra Centers and the seat of His Holiness, the Gyalwa Karmapa, head of the Kagyud Sect one of the four major sects of Lamaism with believers all over the world.
  
 
 
   
Old Rumtek Monastery ( 26 Km. from Tashi Delek )
Surrounded by age old cypress trees is the original Nyingma Gompa built by the Sikkimese. You get a panoramic view of Gangtok and the towering heights of Nathu La pass on the border dividing India and China.
 
 
 
Lingdum
The new Pal Zurmang Karma Kagyur Monastery built by his Eminence the XIIth Gharwang Rinpoche is among the latest additions to Sikkim Monasteries inaugerated in the 1st week of January 2000. It is a splendid mix of traditional style with modern technology, widely acclaimed by all visitors.
  
 
 
   
Ngor Gompa ( 12 Km. from Tashi Delek )
The only Sakya Monastery in Sikkim from where you can see fantastic views of raging torrents that tumble through lush green forests.
 
 
 
Enchhey Monastery ( 3 Km. from Tashi Delek )
Perched on a hill overlooking Gangtok and picturesquely surrounded by fluttering prayer flags is this serene Nyingma Gompa, built by the 8th Chogyal around 1840 AD on a site blessed by the great tantric master Lama Druptab Karpa credited with the ability to fly.
  
 
 
Monks at Phodang    
Phodang
The original monastery here was rebuilt and today there are over 200 monks who stay here permanently. The main annual rites take place on the 28th and 29th days of the 10th Month of the Lunar Calendar when the famous Masked Lama Dance is performed.
 
 
 
Phensang
Built in 1721 during the time of Jigme Pawo, it was completely gutted by fire in 1947 and rebuilt by the lamas and devoted laity.
  
 
 
   
Pemayangtse Monastery
High above Gyalshing town, amidst the clouds, secluded and serene houses the fabulous "Santhokpalri". Said to have been revealed in a dream and carved single handed out of a block of wood must be seen to be believed!
 
 
 
Tashiding
Perched scenically on a conical hill, high above the confluence of the Rangeet and Rathong Chhu's, is an important pilgrimage center, for a mere glimpse of the Chorten there is said to cleanse one of all earthly sins. The annual Bhum Chhu ceremony is performed here when a large number of devotees congregate.
   Tashiding Monastery
 
 
   
Labrang
From the motorable road a short walk through the forest will get you to this uniquely styled Monastery, the only of its kind in Sikkim and perhaps the Himalaya.