Yangsum Heritage Farm is located in West Sikkim (Sikkim - INDIA), NE India, two kms from the small bazaar village of Rinchenpong at an altitude of 1500 metres and four hours drive from Bagdogra airport.

The heritage farmhouse was built in 1833 and remodeled in 1966. It is run by Thendup Tashi, Dorjee Laden, and Pema Chiki, of the Tsechu Tharpa family. They manage the 44 acre mountain farm which consists of open mixed forest of pine, Himalayan alder, schima, chestnut, magnolia, rhododendrons, cherry and others.

They also grow cardamom, avocados, oranges, bananas, pears, apricots, and mangoes. Cultivated agriculture yields maize, paddy, millet, potatoes, ginger, turmeric, and sweet potatoes. In addition to these, seasonal vegetables such as cauliflower, cabbage, tomatoes and peas are also grown. The farm is fully organic.

Accommodation consists of four spacious and well furnished double bedrooms, two with semi-attached bathrooms and two with ensuite bathrooms. All have western style toilets and showers. The house has electricity, and hot and cold running water.

It also offers a wide range of activities like :

• Trekking

• White water rafting

• Cooking

• Local history tour

• Monastery tour

Yangsum farm is recommended for those who prefer staying in simple and homely accommodation and want to get upclose to local culture, cuisine and lifestyle.

Distance : Pemayanstse - 45 kms, Bagdogra : 100 kms

Sikkim is generally covered as a part of East India itinerary covering West Bengal Hills