Trip from Muktsar to Namchi
Overview
State: Sikkim
Distance From Muktsar: 1998 Km.
Min Temp: 13.62℃
Max Temp: 21.98℃
Weather: OVERCAST THROUGHOUT THE DAY.
Altitude : 1487 Meters
Description
Namchi, located at an average elevation of 1,315 metres, is the capital of the South Sikkim district of the Indian state of Sikkim. The place has derived its name from two words; Nam meaning the ‘sky’ and Chi meaning ‘high’ that translates as the top of the sky.
Historical facts state that the entire state of Sikkim was once under the reign of the Chogyals. In addition, it is also believed that the Chogyals were the main emperors of Sikkim as well as Ladakh.
As per legend, it is said that the Sikkimese Princess, Pende Ongmoo, cheated a Sikkimese Chogyal. The supporters of Chogyal after knowing this got angry and killed her. The place where the princess was killed is believed to be present day Namchi. In addition, it is also believed that her spirit still haunts the foothills of Ghurpisey.
The majority of the population of Namchi consists of Hindus and Buddhists; the languages spoken in the region are Nepali, English and Hindi. Every year Namchi hosts the 'The Gold Cup' football tournament at the Baichung Stadium. Teams from Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan and all over India participate in this tournament.
The best time to visit the destination is from October to February.
Attraction in Namchi
Route Map from Muktsar to Namchi
Budget Calculation
Hotel Cost
| Number of People: | 32 |
|---|---|
| Number of Days: | 32 |
| Number of Rooms: | 23 |
| Rent Per Room Per Day: | 23 |
Fooding Cost
| Number of People: | 32 |
|---|---|
| Number of Days: | 32 |
| Per Person per day: | 800 |
8000
Remaining
| Number of People: | 32 |
|---|---|
| Budget per Person: | 32 |
| Total Budget | 23 |
| Total Expenses | 1212 |
8000
