Tendong Hill

Location

Tendong Hill is a small flat expanse of land lying at an altitude of 8,530 ft. surrounded by lush green ancient forest. Historically, this has been a place of recluse for Buddhist Lamas who spend years in meditation amidst the peaceful scenic grandeur.

The 8530 ft tall Tendong Hill is one of the most prominent attractions of Ravangla, as well as of the South Sikkim. This hill is the subject of many myths passed down through generations of the indigenous Lepchas. Its name translates as “the upraised horn”, which has been given to it by the Lepchas, at the time when their land was submerged in flood waters. Since then, there has been a tradition at this hill, that a monk visits it during the monsoons and stays there throughout the season, continuously praying that the calamity does not repeat itself.