Pelling Winter Tourism Festival

Pelling- an exquisite town-let, in West Sikkim is perched at 1800 feet and is 128.8 kms from Gangtok. Adored for its magnificent panoramic view of the mountains which include Khanchengdzonga, Koktang, Kumbhakarna, Rathong, Kabru, Pandim Jopunu, Asimov, Narsing, Sinolchu amongst others; its natural beauty accompanied with serenity and warmth of the people, have allured tourists to Pelling, by leaps and bounds. Pelling Tourism Festival, formerly known as Khangchendzonga Festival held annually at Pelling in December, is one of the most sought-after winter tourism festivals in Sikkim. It is held for a duration of 5 days in Pelling and other winsome purlieu of West Sikkim like Uttarey, Yuksom, Tashiding and Rinchenpong. The festival is celebrated with great fanfare and zeal. Myriad activities to engage travellers seeking an holistic experience, from adrenaline pumping adventure sport to soaking in the unique ambience of tranquility that Pelling is synonymous with, are offered in the festival. Pelling Winter Festival also extends a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Sikkim; embracing authenticity, goodwill and warmth of the Sikkimese.