Jorethang

Locations :

Lattitude: 27.131°N N,

Longitude: 88.283°E E

Best Time to Visit : Throughout the Year

Weather :

Summer : 22°C to 28°C

Winter : 10°C to 23°C

Monsoon : 12°C to 23°C

Jorethang is the major town in South Sikkim located by the River Rangeet. This is one of the major rivers that act as the boundary between Sikkim and West Bengal. Locally, Jorethang is referred as Naya Bazzar, which means New Market. This beautiful town is an important trading hub of South Sikkim. There are not much to see in Jorethang but offers several tourist attractions in and around Jorethang. Darjeeling, which is a major tourist centre, is 25km away from Jorethang where Namchi is regarded as one of the most popular pilgrimage centres is 21km away on the other side. Jorethang is an important place for trekker lovers. From here one can reach several attractive places such as Hilley (for trek to Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary), Zoom, Chakung, Chisopani and others. It is a perfect destination for a great time with your dear ones. It is an ideal place for river rafting and trekking. There are so much to lure your senses and offers you the best recreational and spiritual journey for all kinds of visitors and adventurous lovers.