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Kathok Pokhri

Overview

  • •Kathok Pokhri is a small lake, or rather a pond, connected to the historical coronation of Sikkim.
  • •Legend says that after coronation the new king was blessed by the three lamas with the water of the Kathok Pokhri.

Highlights

  • Kathok Pokhri is a small lake, or rather a pond, connected to the historical coronation of Sikkim.
  • Legend says that after coronation the new king was blessed by the three lamas with the water of the Kathok Pokhri.
  • The lake still exists and is considered holy by the locals.
  • The lake is lined with fluttering prayer flags.

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Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.

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Kathok Pokhri is a small lake, or rather a pond, connected to the historical coronation of Sikkim. Legend says that after coronation the new king was blessed by the three lamas with the water of the Kathok Pokhri.

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Kathok Pokhri is a small lake, or rather a pond, connected to the historical coronation of Sikkim. Legend says that after coronation the new king was blessed by the three lamas with the water of the Kathok Pokhri.

It is about 0.2 km from central Yuksom.

The most comfortable months are January, February, November and December; July is the hottest, with highs around 24°C.

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Best Time

October to March

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