About Lingtam

Lingtam

Lingtam is a less crowded still more beautiful hamlet in Sikkim Old Silk Rout of Sikkim State. Bakhuterkhola, a small river flows over Lingtam to make this village more charming and splendid. Being situated at around 5000 feet above sea level, the weather remains soothing from March to June. In monsoon it is advisable to not visit Lingtam. October and November is also good to visit there. At the winter season it is very cold there and not suitable for all travelers. Two beautiful monasteries are there in Lingtam. One is old and another one is new.

Lingtam Sightseeing

1) Rongli : Rongli is the check post and permit point to visit Old Silk Rout. Rongli is about 13 kilometeres to reach by driving from Lingtam.

2) Padamchen : Padamchen is now a renowned tourist destination for its natural beauty, location, comfortable accommodations and accessibility to the old silk rout tour. This place is only 8 kilometres by road from Lingtam.

3) Zuluk : Zuluk is one of the most charming place to visit in Sikkim old silk rout. The renowned zig zag road is visible from Zuluk only. This place is about 17 kiometres from Lingtam.

4) Nathang Valley : Nathang Valley or Gnathang valley is the highest staying point in the old Silk Rout tour. Being situated at the altitude of 13500 feet Nathang valley remains covered with snow for the maximum time of the year. This place is about 40 kilometers by road from Lingtam.

How to reach Lingtam

Nearest Airport : Bagdogra Airport is the nearest airport from Lingtam. The distance from Bagdogra to Lingtam is about 122 kilometres by road and takes more or less 6 and half hours to reach.

Actually Pakyong Airport is the near most from Lingtam, but it is not accessible from all the cities.

Nearest Railway Station : NJP or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station is the near most railway station from Lingtam. From NJP to Lingam it is about 117 kilometres by driving and takes more or less 6 and half hours to reach.

Weather

Month-wise Temperature (Average)

• January: 5°C – 13°C (Cool with clear mornings)
• February: 7°C – 16°C (Pleasant and stable weather)
• March: 10°C – 20°C (Fresh greenery begins)
• April: 13°C – 23°C (Comfortable and bright)
• May: 16°C – 25°C (Warm but pleasant)
• June: 18°C – 27°C (Mild with occasional rain)
• July: 20°C – 26°C (Heavy rainfall and clouds)
• August: 20°C – 26°C (Wet and misty)
• September: 19°C – 25°C (Rain reduces gradually)
• October: 14°C – 22°C (Clear skies and sharp views)
• November: 10°C – 18°C (Cool and refreshing)
• December: 6°C – 15°C (Cold and calm)

 Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Lingtam is from March to May and October to November, when the weather remains clear and the valley is fully visible. Lingtam is a quiet village along the Silk Route region, surrounded by hills and open stretches of land. It works well as a slower stop before heading towards higher places like Zuluk or Nathang. Monsoon brings heavy clouds and rain.

Best For

couples, family, bachelors, elderly citizens

Available Views

Mountain View, Lake View