Lachung is a serene mountain village in North Sikkim, near India’s northeastern border with Tibet. This idyllic Himalayan hamlet with traditional architecture, looming mountains, gushing waterfalls, pristine valleys and glacial rivers has been described as one of the most picturesque villages in the Himalayas. Major highlights include Lachung Monastery, one of the oldest Buddhist monasteries in India. Not more than 25km away from Lachung is the enchanting Yumthang Valley, a natural mosaic of the river, hot springs, yaks and rolling meadows towered over by snow-capped peaks. Zero Point is a popular viewpoint elevated at 4600 metres above sea level that boasts spellbinding vistas of myriad trees and majestic mountain views.