The Mankhim Temple architecture is quite unique and at the highest point of the slope close Hattipailay village. This religious place is virtually having gatherings of Nepalis. The view from Mankhim temple is absolutely eye candy for the visitors and it belongs to the Rai sect of Hindu Origin. This place is situated at an altitude of 6500 ft and incredible view gives good vibes to soul. This is one of the tourist spots and taking candid picture there is quite obvious as it offers great backdrop and off beat destination in Sikkim Tourism.
This temple is famous for the rocks that are rounded all over the temple that is also having footprints of elephants on them. There is also celebration of “Sakew” and a fixed day for worship is also there and it happens to be in April or May month. Mankhim temple is located at Aritar in Sikkim and you can explore more about this tourist place with some facts. This temple become popular with the fact those three mountains can be seen altogether with the same view point. This is becoming attractive places for the tourists and tranquil like never before you will experience.
Best Tim e to Visit
Mankhim can be visited round the year anytime. Here you can enjoy the summer and winter both as the view will be stunning in every season. The serene beauty is unbeatable and Mankhim temple is situated at the best place where you can enjoy the sunny days as well.
How to Reach?
You can go by car or other taxi services. By flight, you can reach to the bagdogra airport. It is around 115 km so it takes around or more than 4 hours
When you are thinking of coming by train then you need to get the train through NJP as it is the nearest railway station from Mankhim. Whereas, if you are coming by car then you can take it from Siliguri.
Sightseeing
You can see many other famous places here situated near to Mankhim. You will enjoy the hilltop view that will be breath taking experience. The nearby destinations like Reshikhola, Pedong and Sillery Gaon and apart from this there are many other attractions that will make your full day packed by visiting only.
Where to Stay
There are few hotels in Lachung that are reliable and lodging and fine dine combination is so up to the mark. You have altogether good experience of visiting Mankhim and its rich heritage and culture.
