Hanuman Tok

Hanuman Tok temple located near the Gangtok city, about 11 km towards Nathu La Pass suddenly catches the attention, situated at an altitude of 2195 meters above sea level, this temple built on a beautiful and quiet hill, also known for its circular shape. The unique temple of its kind is in Sikkim only.According to the mythology, when Hanuman Ji was going back with Sanjeevani Booti to save Laxman Ji's life, he stopped and rested at this place. The beautiful view of Kanchenjunga mountain, and Selep Water Works, the main source of drinking water in Gangtok, can be seen from here. There is also a cremation ghat of Namgyal, the house of Sikkim royalty near the temple, which is called Lakshyama. The stupas and Chortens built here look very beautiful, and there is also a temple of Sai Baba nearby.Since 1968, a unit of the Indian Army has been looking after Hanuman Tok Temple. The best time for tourists to visit here is between March to June, Because during this time the weather is pleasant here, and the view of the surrounding hills and beautiful valleys is visible clearly. Because the weather here is mostly cloudy, rain, dew, and a sheet of fog, the mood changes from moment to moment, Which sometimes also hinders the viewing of natural beauty.