South District of Sikkim lies at an altitude of 400 m to 2000 m with unique and countryside escape of endless waves of agricultural field and the terraced slopes. Area wise it is the smallest district of Sikkim and population-wise second.  Namchi  (meaning Sky High) is the headquarter of South Sikkim which is nestled among the hills having elevation of 5500 ft and commands panoramic view of snowcapped mountains and vast stretches of distant verdant valleys  The Biggest statue of Guru Padmasambhava stands towering at 108 ft overlooking the town of Namchi.

South Sikkim has created history by bringing the four Dhams under one roof at Solophok, Namchi. The four most revered Dhams of the Hindus Jagannath, Dwarika, Rameshawaram; Badrinath has been replicated in this fantastic complex of Siddhesvara Dham to benefit the devotees who will visit this place. Ngadak Gumpa in Namchi and Ralong Gumpa in Ravangla are among the oldest monasteries of South Sikkim. Other places of tourist interest include the organic Temi Tea Gardens, Buddha Park in Ravangla, Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary and Borong Hot Springs.