Rikkisum| Kalimpong Tour | Kalimpong New Tourist Destination 2024

Rikisum is a small village in the Kalimpong district of West Bengal, at an altitude of about 6,000 feet above sea level. It is located on a hill above the Pedang Lava Road. From here, various tourist destinations such as Lava, Rishop, Pedong, Sillarygaon, and Kalimpong can be easily reached.

The view of Kanchenjunga from Rikisum village is unforgettable. There are abandoned British bungalows, cardamom fields and small hill villages here. The Pedong and Ramitey viewpoints are very close. From this Ramitey viewpoint, the view of the Teesta River valley is great.

Rikkisum Camping Site| Offbeat Kalimpong tourist destination

Moreover, the sunrise and sunset experience from here is also wonderful. The distant mountains, dense green forests, and the deep valley of the Teesta River will give a unique experience.
The extraordinary enchanting beauty of Rikisum will give a heavenly feeling. The green mountains all around, the fluffy clouds flying through the sky and the touch of the gentle breeze will all create a heavenly feeling.

When you wake up in the morning and see the snow-white peaks of the Himalayas sparkling, it is impossible to explain the feeling. Along with this, as the day progresses, the light fog-like smoke creates a fairy-tale atmosphere.

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Rikisum is located at one end of the Neora Valley National Park. The dense forest of Neora Valley starts from the village. Rikisum Top is a few hundred meters away from the village of Rikisum. From here, you can enjoy a 360° view of the surroundings. From here, apart from Risop, Pedong, some parts of Sikkim and the road to Tibet, Jelela Pass, and Nathula Pass are nearby.

Due to the location of Rikisum, the British built a bungalow here. Although it is now in ruins. The ruins of this bungalow can still be seen when you go here.
The main occupation of the residents is agriculture and animal husbandry. They bring goods from the nearby Algarah market take the farming goods there and sell them.

How to Reach Rikisum? New Offbeat Place of North Bengal

To reach Rikisum, you first have to come to New Jalpaiguri or Siliguri station. From here, you have to rent a car and reach Lava via Gorubathan. There are also shared cars for this. And from Lava, you can reach Rikisum by renting a car or by shared car, it will take half an hour. Located about 8 km from Pedang and at an altitude of 6000 feet, this place is covered in dense green forests

Nearby Places to Visit | Kalimpong Sightseeing

Tourist places near Rikisum are
Rishop, Lolegaon, Kagey Village, Samabeyong Tea Estate,
Lava etc.

Best Time To Visit | Kalimpong tour from Kolkata

Rikkisum is suitable for travelling all year round. However, it is better to avoid the rainy season. The weather is comfortable, with temperatures slightly lower in winter.

Rikisum Homestay |Kalimpong Best Homestay

There are few homestays here

Conclusion

Rikisum is an ideal place for nature lovers and birdwatchers. You can spend two days in the company of nature in a peaceful environment. You can sip a cup of hot tea while enjoying the natural beauty of Kanchenjunga

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