Where is Sikkim?
Sikkim is the youngest state of India. It borders many foreign nations like Tibet, Bhutan & Nepal. It is situated in the North-eastern wing of the Indian mainland & is referred as the Brother of the Seven Sister States of the North-East. It takes roughly 5 hours to reach Sikkim from the nearest railway station, vehicle stand & the airport, all of which is situated in the town of Siliguri.
What is it famous for?
There isn't just one aspect you can pinpoint that makes Sikkim famous. This state has achieved a lot. It is India’s first organic state and features India’s first Litter & Spit-Free Zone in Gangtok. It is home to India’s tallest peak, Mount Kanchenjunga. You will find more than 700 species of butterflies in here, with nearly 520 species of orchids. Therefore, Sikkim is famous for hosting the International Flower Festival every year.
How is the ambiance?
There’s no other place like Sikkim in terms of versatility. Whether you’re a pilgrim, a photographer, a thrill-seeker, a nature lover or a heritage admirer, the state offers you everything under one roof. It is a rich reserve of monasteries, temples, hot springs, forest trails, rafting corners, hiking routes, night cafes, tea gardens, spotless roads, scenic valleys & much more. A glimpse of the M.G.Marg in Gangtok will have you admiring its vintage lights, the glittering shops & the exotic offerings they have in stock.
Serene Sikkim
Serene Sikkim
Serene Sikkim
What are the places I can explore?
- Gurudongmar Lake
- Yumthang Valley
- Nathu La Pass
- Gangtok
- Lachung
- Ban Jhakri Falls
- Namgyal Institute of Tibetology
- Singalila National Park
- Solophok Char Dham
- Baba Mandir
