About Jor Pokhari Mandir
Jor Pokhari Mandir is a small Hindu temple situated at Jor Pokhari twin lakes in Phuncheybong village, Soreng District, Sikkim. Located in a forested hill setting, the temple overlooks two natural freshwater lakes considered sacred by locals. The site combines religious significance with scenic natural surroundings and is visited by pilgrims and tourists for worship, sightseeing and tranquil lakeside views near Sombaria in western Sikkim.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a quiet hilltop setting with two small adjacent natural lakes surrounded by forest and prayer flags, with a modest temple shrine on the bank. The area offers lakeside paths, views of surrounding hills and villages, and a peaceful atmosphere for worship, sightseeing and photography. Facilities are minimal and the site is typically visited as a short stop combined with village and nature sightseeing around Phuncheybong and Sombaria.
Key highlights
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Twin natural freshwater lakes (Jor Pokhari) considered sacred
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Small hillside Hindu temple shrine on the lake bank
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Forested hill setting with prayer flags and tranquil surroundings
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Scenic views of surrounding villages and hills of Soreng District
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Peaceful pilgrimage and sightseeing spot near Sombaria
Culture & Context
The twin lakes and temple are regarded as sacred by the local Hindu community. Devotees offer prayers at the shrine, particularly during festivals and auspicious occasions, reflecting the regional tradition of reverence for natural water bodies.
Route
| By road | Accessible by road via Sombaria - Phuncheybong road in Soreng District; local taxis and shared vehicles available from Sombaria Bazaar and Soreng |
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| By public transport |