Siddhartha, June 17, 2020
Ralang Monastery is a Buddhist Monastery of Tibetan Buddhism in South Sikkim. This Monastery is having unparalleled beauty and its old heritage is soul stirring experiences. Indulge your senses with a range of unique architect of Ralang Monastery and keep the worldly concerns at bay and relive your stress in the heart of nature. It is one of the best attractions of Sikkim tourism that should be visited at least once to experience the Ravangla. The peculiarly beautiful paintings and thangkas symbolize the Buddhist art and heritage.
The origin of Ralang Monastery is that when the 4 th Chogyal came back to his pilgrimage, the 9 th Karmapa threw grains of rice from Tsurphu Monastery in Tibet at the time of Rabney ceremony. So the construction of this monastery happened. The distance between Ralng and Ravangla is about 13 km and way to reaching out there is through trekking is suitable.
Best Time to visit
This monastery should be visited between April to June to discover it in better way. At the month of August the signature festival is being celebrated i.e Pang Lhabsol so if you want to attend then you can visit here during August.
How to Reach
Ralang Monastery is 13km away from Ravangla and cab and taxi services will be most suitable options to reach out there. After that you can go through trekking trail.
Things to do and explore
There are other surroundings that will offer the best of the indulgence. Escape into pure bliss and you cannot ignore the few of nearby places such as Ynagyang Monastery which is located only 10 km away. Visiting Ralang Chachu is also good options. There are few places for having good food and shopping area as well to have acquaintance with the Namchi and its different regions.
Where to Stay
There is little beautiful area that offers good cuisines with hospitable stay. The places like Bon Farmhouse, The Barfung Retreat, Hotel Meanamla and many more options for the better connectivity with the other locations.
To my knowledge there are no entry formalities and there are many popular attractions for tourists to unwind and chill out. So pack your bag to rejuvenate your soul with the beautiful and traditional destinations. It is time to refresh your mind, body and soul with full swing and leave your worry at bay with the incredible views and picturesque look. Lead the way to create new good memories with the visit to Ralang Monastery and its other beautiful surroundings.