Gorubathan is a small village in North Bengal Kalimpong District. Sombare is another name for the location among locals. The name comes from a weekly village market held every Monday at Gorubathan. The location is approximately 73 kilometres from Kalimpong town (via Lava) and 55 kilometres from Siliguri / NJP. To get to Gorubathan, take the NH31 till you reach Damdim. A route leading north from Damdim leads to Lava through Gorubathan. The little village is located on the river Chel's east bank. Dalim Fort is one of the major tourist attraction. Bhutanies kings are build up this foert in ancient period. Sakham Forest is just 8 km way from Thulung Homestay Gourubathan. Pictorial Lava just 40 km distance way from homestay.