6 lesser known destinations of Eastern Himalayas

Aritar
Easily accessible but far from the noisy crowd, Aritar, in east Sikkim, is an ideal place for those who want to spend a short vacation in the lap of nature. Enjoy a clear view of the Kanchenjunga range, the surrounding forests, and the lake. Pay a visit to the old Gumpha (monastery) belonging to the Karma Kagyu sect of Tibetan Buddhism. The Lampokhari Lake is believed to be one of Sikkim&rsquos oldest boating facilities available here. Trek to Mankhim Dara for a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside the temple here belongs to the ethnic Rai community. Aritar is about five hour&rsquos drive from Siliguri in West Bengal and three hour&rsquos drive from Gangtok in Sikkim.