Khecheopalri Lake , Namche Bazaar
About Khecheopalri Lake
Khechoperi lake (also known as Khechuperi or Khecheopalri) is a sacred lake in Sikkim, holy to both Buddhists and Hindus. It is located at a distance of about 150 kms from Gangtok, close to Pelling town in West Sikkim. This beautiful and serene lake is situated at an altitude of about 1700 mts and is home to diverse vegetation as well as several species of birds and fish. Ecotourism is encouraged in this region to prevent deterioration of natural environment. The biggest festival here that draws pilgrims and tourists is the Maghe purne, celebrated in March/April every year and Chho-Tsho, celebrated in October.
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Places to Visit near Khecheopalri Lake
Borong, Sikkim
*9.2 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
Borong is a picturesque small village in South Sikkim, located at an altitude of 5800 ft. It is about 17 kms from Ravangla and is gaining...
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Rimbick, West Bengal
*16.7 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
Rimbick is about 100 KMs from Darjeeling town and a popular destination for backpackers and trekkers. Wake up early to witness the colourful...
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Khangchendzonga National Park, Sikkim
*17.8 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
Khangchendzonga National Park (previously named Kanchenjunga National Park) is located in Sikkim, and named after 8,586 mts. tall Mt....
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Goecha La, Sikkim
*17.9 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
Goecha La is a high mountain pass and a popular trekking destination in Sikkim. The trek begins in Yuksom, a quaint hill station where you should...
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Yuksom Valley, Sikkim
25.8 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
Yuksom Valley – Yuksom in West Sikkim is a quiet and beautiful village located in a valley surrounded by snow-capped mountain ranges. It is...
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Pemayangtse Monastery, Sikkim
26.7 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
Located about 140 kms from Gangtok, Pemayangtse Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim, founded in the 17th century. This monastery...
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Pelling, Sikkim
31.1 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
The 'hill of hidden paradise', Pelling undoubtedly holds a very special place on the tourism map of mystic-land India. located at a distance of 3...
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Hyatung Falls, Karnali
*39.1 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
Hyatung Falls is the highest fall in Nepal. The Hyatung falls has an elevation about 365 meters. According to a statement in Nepali Times, the...
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Torsa Strict Nature Reserve, Western Zone
*53.1 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
The Toorsa Reserve covers an extensive area of about six hundred square kilometer, occupying majority of the Haa District. It shares international...
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Makalu Barun National Park, Koshi
*70.2 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
Established in 1992 and covering over an area of 1500 km per square, Makalu Barun National Park has registered itself into the 'sacred Himalayan...
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Ravangla, Sikkim
72.1 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
Ravangla, in South Sikkim, is at an altitude of 7000 ft and offers breathtaking views of the Greater Himalayas. Ralong Monastery is about 6 kms...
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Jhomolhari Trek, Western Zone
*76.6 km from Khecheopalri Lake - See map
The Jhomolhari trek offers the timeless experience of traversing through the rugged terrains of the Himalayas, soaking the crisp mountain air and...
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