The ancient capital of Sikkim, Yuksom is famous for offering the best trekking start-off point for high altitude trekking. The term 'Yuksom' literally means 'the meeting place of three Lamas'. Close by, the coronation throne made of stone for the first Chogyal (monarch) still evokes a sense of a royalty's presence.
Situated near the Kanchenjunga National Park, the village of Yuksom is in the heart of mountains covered with lush green vegetation.There are a number of places of religious and historical interest in Yuksom like the Dubdi and Sangachoeling monasteries, the first to be constructed in the Sikkim. The splendid Khecheopalri Lake considered holy by the Sikkimese is another great tourist attraction of the place.
Best Time to Visit
The weather is pleasant all year long in Yuksom, so you can visit this town anytime you like. However, the best months to visit this place are the months of March, April, May and June.
