The statue was consecrated by the 14th Dalai Lama in March 2013.
The site is located within the larger Rabong Monastery complex, which has historical ties to the Nyingmapa sect.
The statue is constructed of gilded copper and stands on a pedestal that houses a meditation hall.
The park's design incorporates architectural elements inspired by traditional Himalayan Buddhist aesthetics.
The location is part of the Buddhist Circuit initiative promoted by the Indian Ministry of Tourism.
Tathagata Tsal, also known as Buddha Park of Ravangla, features a 130-foot high statue of the Buddha as its central landmark. Situated at an elevation of approximately 7,000 feet in the South Sikkim district, the site commemorates the 2550th birth anniversary of Gautama Buddha. The complex was constructed between 2006 and 2013 as part of a pilgrimage circuit project by the Sikkim government. The statue is surrounded by a landscaped park, prayer wheels, and a water fountain. It overlooks the Maenam Hill and provides views of the Teesta River valley. The site is a collaborative effort involving various Buddhist organizations and the local administration.
The lower entrance path provides the best angle to frame the entire statue with the backdrop of the mountain peaks.
Carry a jacket as temperatures can drop suddenly due to high altitude.
Wear comfortable walking shoes to navigate the sloping, terraced layout of the park.
Bring a camera with a wide-angle lens to capture the scale of the statue against the backdrop of the mountains.
Do not attempt to visit during heavy monsoon months when thick fog frequently obscures the statue and makes mountain roads hazardous.
Maintain silence, remove footwear before entering the meditation hall, and refrain from climbing on the structures.
