Sillery Gaon Sightseeing:
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Ramitey View Point:
Ramitey View Point is just 3 km away from Sillery Gaon and can be accessed by vehicle or trekking. It offers the breathtaking view of Mt. Khanchendzonga and its neighboring snow-clad peaks along with the most extended viewpoint of the river Teesta, through the valleys with its 14 bends and the confluence of river Teesta and Reshi – a rare sight indeed. On a clear day, the entire region from Teesta Bazar to Majhitar in Sikkim is visible from Ramitey View Point.
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Tinchuley View Point / Tinchuley Top:
A stiff uphill 30 meters trek is enough to reach Tinchuley View Point. Tinchuley Top offers a magnificent 360-degree view of the Himalayan ranges and the guardian of all hills – Mt. Kanchenjunga. Nathula Pass and Jelep la are visible from here on a clear day.
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Damsang Fort:
A one-hour trek from Sillery Gaon covering around 4 km leads the road to the nearly ruined Damsang fort. This fort is built-in 1690 by the Lepcha Kingdom. This fort is only 1 km away from Pedong, and the road goes through a pine forest and offers a magnificent view of the surrounding hills and valleys.
It’s an ideal place for bird watching. A little upward road from Damsang fort goes to the Hanuman Top, where Lord Hanuman’s sculpture is placed. This Hanuman Top offers an excellent bird’s view of Kalimpong town and adjoining areas.
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Silent Valley:
Silent Valley is another exciting place to visit in Sillery Gaon. Tall pine trees surround a vast tract of green pasture, and the only sound is the chirping of birds—descent from the main road, the green field’s sudden appearance surprises visitors. During the monsoon, Silence valley becomes a small pond, and as per the old residents, it was initially a lake long before.
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Cross Hill:
Cross hill is located at a vantage point wherein the view of the mountain is simply glorious. Tibet is visible from here on any clear day, and it’s a perfect sunset point. Cross Hill is highly revered as a pilgrimage for the local Christian community and is frequently visited by them.
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Pedong:
Pedong is one of the oldest towns in the historic Silk Route, located at an altitude of 5000ft on the Kalimpong Algarah road. At Pedong, you can explore Samsung fort, Pedong Monastery, Tinchule viewpoint, Riksum viewpoint, etc. Pedong is around 30 mins drive from Sillery Gaon, and it is the nearest town to SilleryGaon.
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