aritar located in east sikkim district is known for its natural and landscaped beauty. it is located on the edge of the himalayas and can be reached in four hours from gangtok. located in remote part on the far eastern border, lush green forest, and imposing mountains and pristine lake are characteristics of this place. it is an absolute delight for adventure lovers with activities like hiking, rock climbing, paragliding to name few.

some of key places of interests are

• aritar gumpa: a monastery of the kagyuapa order, considered as one of the holiest and oldest in sikkim.
• lampokhri lake also known as aritar lake at an altitude of 4500 ft, is one of the oldest natural lakes in sikkim. it is the only lake in sikkim which allows boating facility. there are also facilities of horse riding and archery around the lake.
• kali khola falls or loney falls is about 100 meter high and a suggested attraction here which is located on rorathang-rongli road.