Yuksom
in Sikkim - A place where the three learned Lamas of Sikkim have
been believed to have sanctified the first Chogyal in 1641 AD is known
as Yuksom. Previously the capital of Sikkim, it has come to be revered
as a sacred place by the locals in due course of time.
Located at a mere distance of 32 km from the famous Pemayangtse
Monastery, Yuksom is well connected to all the other parts of the state
by road. A short walk from Yuksom will take one to the archeological
ruins of Chogyals and to Dubdi Monastery, the oldest one in Sikkim. The
region is inhabited by a diverse group of people. Ethnic tribes
including Lepchas, the natives of Sikkim, Bhutias, the Tibetan residents
residing here since time immemorial and Nepalis as well as Tibetan
refugees have all found shelter in this culturally and historically rich
area.
Majority of the residents at Yuksom are engaged in traditional
agriculture to earn their livelihood. Some of them have though ventured
into tourism activities recently. A wide array of comfortable
accommodations is available in Yuksom for both a long and short stay
that will be really easy on your pocket.
