High Season : Mar - Oct
8 to -2℃
Low Season : Nov - Feb
-4 to -8℃
Nearest Airport -PYG
Pakyong Airport
Nearest Train Stations -NJP
New Jalpaiguri
History
Lachung is about 118 kilometers from Gangtok in the north of Sikkim, at an altitude of 8,858 feet. Layong, also known as the "small mountain pass", is a town and hill station in northeastern Sikkim, India. It is located in Beisijin District, near the border of Tibet. Layong is approximately 9,600 feet (2,900 meters) above sea level and is located at the confluence of the Lachin River and Layong River, two tributaries of the Teesta River. The word Lachung means "small step". The city is approximately 125 kilometers (78 miles) from the capital Gangtok. The Indian Army has an advanced base in the city. Before China occupied Tibet in 1950, Layong was a trading post between Sikkim and Tibet, and it was closed thereafter.
Facts & Culture
La Chung is one of the hidden locations, with snow-capped mountains, beautiful streams, many waterfalls, and gorgeous valleys, as well as the quieter environs. Snow-capped mountains, gushing waterfalls, glistening streams, and apple, peach, and apricot orchards surround Lachung. The most delightful place to visit here is the Yumthang Valley of Flowers, a few kilometers away from Lachung. The hypnotizing beauty of the colorful flowers here is unparallel. Zero-point is the spot with white layers of snow almost throughout the ear. The city market is brimming with handicrafts, including finely woven carpets and blankets, making it a great shopping destination. The majority of Lachung's inhabitants are Bhutias known as Lachungpas.
