Sikkim NOW!

Chochen Pheri lake at Chochen under Gnathang-Machong constituency in East Sikkim, less than two hours drive from Pakyong towards Bara-Pathing, is eyeing a slice of the tourism pie of Sikkim. As the name suggests, a circumambulation of the lake is usually undertaken by the devout here. Now it has a "Buddhist Circuit" paved around it and a stroll over a footbridge to a covered enclave in the middle. Although barely a pond, the spot is ideally located for a weekend getaway, amidst paddy fields and even a guest house option within strolling distance.