Sikkim usually identified as the only brother of seven sister’s states, is the place of wonderful peoples, various weather, rich culture, peaceful ambience, variety of flora and fauna and humble hospitality.
You can fall in love with the third highest peak in the world, Kangchendzonga in first sight undoubtedly.
One can get easily allured by the spiritual appeal and grandeur of “Dharma Chakra Centre” commonly recognized as Rumtek Monastery. This monastery is an epic of the Buddhist cultures and traditions, perfect place for discovering the self.
WHAT TO EAT
Now comes the taste of the Sikkimese cuisine: Momos , Thukpa. As this is the state of Lepcha, Bhutia, Tibetian and Nepali so you can also try the restaurant named “The Taste of Tibet”. The weather is so charming that it will also increase your appetite. Street foods can also add some more flavors in your must edible list.
THINGS TO SEE
In Sikkim you will find diverse range of flowers--the alpine and tundra, such as rare orchids, primula, rhododendron, conifer and bamboo.
One of the attractions of visiting Sikkim is also seeing some of the most endangered species of animals like the snow leopard, the Himalayan Black Bear, the clouded leopard, musk deer, the Himalayan Tahr and the red panda.
AROUND GANGTOK
Sikkim is the land of natural beauty with the high mountains and deep valleys and also most beautiful lakes, landscape and breathtaking sceneries. Yumthang Valley, Nathu La Pass, Zuluk, Pelling, Ravangla, Namchi, Gurudongmar Lake, Tsomgo Lake, Kupuk lake, Aritar Lake and One of the third highest lake, Cholamu Lake, are worthy visiting places.
Sikkim is not ahead in attracting the visitors who are adventurous. Hiking trail towards North or South Sikkim, one can also enjoy paragliding in Gangtok.
Staying in Sikkim is like enjoying the dream without sleeping. It is a great destination throughout the year, whether you want to beat the heat in summers or experience the chill in winter.
USEFUL TIPS
By Rail: Being a mountain state, the only nearest rail station is in New Jalpaiguri, West Bengal which is around 126 km from Gangtok. Private cabs, taxis and buses take you from the station to the capital in approx 5-6 hrs.
By Air: Sikkim has no airport. Bagdogra is the only nearest airport which is around 125 km from Gangtok. Bus, cabs takes around 4-5 hrs to reach Gangtok from airport. Helicopter service has started recently from Bagdogra which takes approx. 35 minutes to reach.
By Road: Sikkim is well connected to major towns via siliguri. An enthralling road is well maintained by NH 31A. The distance is around 115 km.
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