Singiek
Located near the town of Mangan, Singhik is a little hamlet. One can obtain some spectacular and magnificent sights of Kanchenjunga from this location. The height of the place is more than 5000 feet above the sea level. On the journey towards places such as Lachen and Lachung, this location serves as a nice and intriguing break. If one takes a small hike of about an hour, in the upward direction, one can observe the archaic monastery.
Accommodation facilities for the tourists are available in Singhik. One little tourist lodge I present here.
From Singhik one can see the meandering path that does downward and meets the river named Tista. This place is located at a distance of 2 Kms above the place, which is the convergent point of the two rivers, namely Rongyung Chu and Tista. Different other locations such as Leek, Timbong and Kussong can be visited by crossing the river Tista.
The climatic conditions of the place are very moderate and enjoyable. During the major part of the time, when the tourists visit the place, the temperature varies between 15 degree and 20 degree Celsius.
HOW TO REACH SINGIEK
By air: The nearest air terminal is located in Bagdogra.
By rail: The closest railway station is located in New Jalpaiguri.
By road: One can reach this place by buses, private cars or shared jeeps.