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Yuksom Tours
Yuksom is a shy small town in the eastern state of Sikkim in India. Embark on Yuksom Tours to explore the city in a better way. This city was the first capital of erstwhile Sikkim state. It was consecrated in 1642 after three respected Lamas came from the different directions north, west, and south to Yuksom and blessed Phuntsog Namgyal as the first Chogyal (ruler) of this eastern hilly state of Sikkim.
During your Yuksom tours you will witness the Coronation Throne in Yuksom where the first ruler of this hilly state was consecrated. The ruler ruled on this vast land which was more comprehensive than the area of present state of Sikkim. The king ruled over a very vast territory spread between Thang La (Tibet) in to agong La near Paro (Bhutan), West Bengal and Bihar to Nepal. You can witness the ruins of the then Yuksom during your Yuksom tours.
Yuksom is located 33 km away from Pelling an important tourist destination. Yuksom also serves as the base camp for the trekkers heading for the Tshoka-Dzongri-Goecha La trek. To facilitate the tours to Yuksom there are various small hotels and lodging facilities available.
During your Yuksom tours visit the prime attractions of the city Nyingma Dubdi Monastery is situated on a high place in the town. This monastery was built in 1701. This place offers the panoramic view of the Yuksom. The other important attraction is Kathok Lake; the tiny pond at end of the town is a small replica of sister Lake Khecheopalri, offering the panoramic views of the ice capped peaks.



