East SikkimShopping

Shopping in East Sikkim

  1. A

    Rachna Bookshop

    Gangtok’s best-stocked and most convivial bookshop. Occasional film (Small Town Film Club) and music events are held on the upstairs terrace.

    reviewed

  2. B

    Handicrafts & Handloom Emporium

    Teaches traditional crafts to local students and sells their produce, which make good gifts – including purses (Rs. 75), handwoven carpets (from Rs. 4200), thangkas (Rs. 125 to Rs. 6800) and traditional women’s dresses (Rs. 2000).

    reviewed

  3. C

    Metroprints

    A little photocopy stall selling the excellent artist's-view map-guide, Gangtok, in a Nutshell (around Rs50).

    reviewed

  4. D

    Golden Tips

    An inviting tea showroom with a wide selection of blends to buy and taste.

    reviewed

  5. E