GUWAHATI: A new Buddhist pilgrimage site at Pelling in West Sikkim is all set to attract tourists from November 1, as it will welcome guest to the world’s tallest 137-feet Chenrezig statue.
The entire project headed by the Sikkim Government at a cost of Rs 46.65 crore, includes a 137-feet tall statue of Chenrezig and a new complex with a skywalk, café, and a gallery have been built at Sangha Choeling in Pelling.
It is to be mentioned that with this the Sikkim Government will be able to promote the State as a Buddhist pilgrimage tourism circuit with a destination park.
