Pemayangtse Monastery is located about 118 km from Gangtok. It is considered the best monastery in west Sikkim as it was one intended only for ‘ta-sang’ lamas (the pure monks). It is believed to be found and planned by the trailblazer of Buddhism in Sikkim, Lhatsun Chhembo. Situated just 6 Km from Gezing in Pemayangtse Town, Pemayangtse Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim. The monastery was build by Lama Lhatsun Chempo exclusively for 'ta-sang lamas (The Purest Monks), but today it is open to all monks. Apart from splendid surroundings, the dominating structure of the monastery is an attraction. Inside, there are numerous idols, sculptures and Buddhist scriptures along with many paintings. The main attraction is a seven tiered painted wooden structure of Guru Rimpoche's heavenly abode called 'Santopalri' which is kept on the top floor of the monastery. There is an annual dance called The Chaam which is performed on 28th and 29th day of 12th lunar month according to Tibetan calendar.
