Ravangla
Sikkim · South Sikkim · 2,155m
Buddha Park with 130-foot statue, Temi Tea Garden, and the best Kanchenjunga panorama in South Sikkim.
Why Special
Ravangla sits on a ridge between Maenam Hill and Tendong Hill at 2,155m with unobstructed views of the Kanchenjunga range. The Tathagata Tsal (Buddha Park) houses a 130-foot Buddha statue inaugurated by the Dalai Lama in 2013. Temi Tea Garden (8km) is Sikkim's only tea estate — organic, with guided tours. Maenam Hill trek (3,263m, moderate, 5-6 hours) passes through rhododendron forests. Ralang Monastery is one of Sikkim's most important Buddhist sites. The Pang Lhabsol festival (Aug-Sep) features warrior mask dances.
Infrastructure Reality
Network Coverage
Decent signal in Ravangla town. Patchy at Maenam Hill trek. BSNL most reliable.
WiFi: Some hotels
Medical & Emergency
Hospital: PHC Ravangla — basic. Namchi District Hospital — 25km (2 km)
Ambulance: 108 — response 30min+
Police: Ravangla PS
Getting There
Gangtok — 65km, 3hr. NJP — 135km, 5hr. Namchi — 25km, 1hr.
Roads: Good road from Gangtok via Ravangla highway. Scenic route.
Public transport: Shared jeeps from Gangtok and NJP.
Fuel & Stay
Fuel: Ravangla — on highway
EV charging available
Stay: ₹₹500-1000/night — homestays – ₹1500-3000/night — Mt. Narsing Resort, Zest hotel/night
Helpline: 100, 108
The stay decisions worth flagging in Ravangla.
Ravangla is a quiet South Sikkim town famous for the 130-ft Buddha Park statue. Stay scene is small mountain resorts (Mt. Narsing Village Resort, Hotel Norbugang) and homestays. No luxury. Peak tourist season Oct-May; monsoon closes most access roads Jun-Sep. Combine with Tendong forest trek, Buddha Park, and Pelling (52 km west).
Ravangla has small-scale village resorts only — Mt. Narsing Village Resort is the most reviewed option. No luxury alternative. For Ravangla-base Buddha Park visit + Tendong forest trek, 1-2 nights is enough. Combine with Pelling (52 km) for West Sikkim circuit.
Mt. Narsing Village Resort
Small-scale Ravangla resort with fitness centre, garden, restaurant-bar. Courteous staff is the most-cited positive in reviews. Good base for Buddha Park (5 min) and Tendong forest trek.
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Neighborhood guide
Where to base yourself, by vibe.
Daily Budget Reality
Budget
₹1,400Mid-range
₹3,300Luxury
₹5,500💡 Buddha Park ₹50. Temi Tea Garden tour free. Maenam trek guide ₹800.
Crowd Intelligence
Best days: Any
Rhododendron season Mar-Apr along Maenam Hill. Clear Kanchenjunga views Oct-Nov.
Food & Dining
Cuisine: Sikkimese, Nepali
Limited but charming. Local momos and thukpa at small eateries. Temi Tea Garden serves tea and snacks. Hotels serve decent meals.
How to Reach
🌍 For International Travelers
Cultural Context
Home to Buddha Park (Tathagata Tsal) with 130-foot Buddha statue. Buddhist and Lepcha culture. Peaceful pilgrimage town.
What to Wear
Modest at Buddha Park and monasteries. Warm layers at 2,200m.
Food Safety
Limited restaurant options — guesthouse food is reliable. Carry snacks for day trips. Bottled water.
Common Scams to Watch For
- None — quiet town with minimal tourist infrastructure
Cards & Cash
Very limited — cash recommended. Some hotels may accept UPI.
English Spoken
Low to moderate — basic English at tourist spots.
Phone & SIM
Jio and Airtel work in town. Patchy in surrounding areas.
Nearest Embassy
Kolkata (~580km).
e-Visa for India. No additional permits needed.
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