Phur-cha-chu Hot Springs

Best Time to Visit: December to March Located 4 kilometers from Legship towards Naya Bazaar along the banks of the River Rangit, Phur-cha-chu Hot Springs are known for their medicinal and religious significance. These springs are one of the four holy caves of Sikkim, attracting tourists from all over South Sikkim.

Phur-cha-chu is often part of a three-day trip to Sikkim, offering a serene escape for visitors. Situated on the banks of the Rangeet River, Phur Tsa Chu Hot Spring is just a half-hour drive from Legship or an hour's drive from Jorethang. Pilgrims from various backgrounds come to soak in these hot springs from January to March, believing in its healing properties for skin, joints, bones, and muscles.

Adjacent to the hot spring pond is a small Buddhist monastery where visitors can make offerings. Phur Tsa Chu is a famous hot spring in Sikkim, known for its therapeutic effects. Visitors are captivated by the beauty of the River Rangeet, and the hot spring is considered sacred by many.

People come from far and wide to experience the healing waters of Phur-cha-chu Hot Springs and to immerse themselves in its tranquil surroundings.