Hanuman Tok
A hilltop temple to the monkey god Hanuman, maintained by the Indian Army at about 2,200 m. It is one of the best places in town to see Kangchenjunga.
Hanuman Tok lies about 11 km northeast of the city, beside the road to Tsomgo Lake. The Indian Army manages the temple, which is clean and tidy, and its steps are lined with bells. According to legend, the monkey god Hanuman rested here while carrying a mountain of medicinal herbs. The hilltop has wide views, and at dawn you can see the full sweep of Kangchenjunga. Nearby is the Sikkim royal crematorium, Lukshyama. Entry is free, but photography is not allowed inside the temple. From MG Road, a taxi ride takes about 30 minutes.
Opening hours
Approx. 06:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Himalayan Zoological Park
- Ganesh Tok
- Bakthang Falls
- Enchey Monastery
- Flower Exhibition Centre
- Banjhakri Falls
- MG Marg
- Tsuklakhang Palace