Banjhakri Falls

The Banjhakri waterfall in Gangtok is a sightseeing destination for tourists visiting here. This waterfall spread over an area of two acres, which is at a distance of 10-12 kilometers on the way from Gangtok to Ranka Monastery. This waterfall falls from a rocky height of about 40 feet and comes down with great force. Near the Banjhakari Fall is Energy Park, which is the main attraction for tourists. This park also has a swimming pool for the tourists apart from recreation place. Banjkari made up of two words, 'Bana' means jungle, and 'Jhakri' means healer. In Nepali folklore, it believed that a Banjhakri is a person who has certain spiritual powers, Who still worship spirits in these forests and caves. People of all the caste communities here still believe in these mysteries because they feel that all this is part of their culture and tradition.All tourists visiting Gangtok come here surrounded by beautiful steps and waterfalls and decorated with beautiful sculptures all around, it is an ideal place for a holiday trip.