Have you ever wondered about the history of the places that you visit? This question intrigues me and I do think that reading, internalizing and viewing the place for its glory makes your trip more fulfilling and wholesome. This has led me to dwell on the history of different places, no matter how big or small. Rabdentse Ruins (PC: Rajni) On my journey to Pelling (Sikkim), I decided to visit the Rabdentse Ruins. A short steep trek up the hills took me to the ruins. Established by Tensung Namgyal, the second Chogyal, Rabdentse was the capital of the Kingdom of Sikkim from 1670 to 1814. It was attacked and destroyed by the Gorkhas. The remains of the palace, some chortens and a monastery exist today. The Rabdentse ruins are part of the Buddhist pilgrimage starting with Dubdi Monastery at Yoksum, followed by Norbugang Chorten, Tashiding Monastery, Pemayangtse Monastery, Sanga Choeling Monastery, and the Khecheopalri Lake. Chortens    As I entered this old capital, I couldn’t help