The charming refuge of Gangtok can be found in the very centre of the Himalayas, where ethereal scenery and fascinating panoramas come together like a perfect storm. This scenic jewel, which can be found in the northeastern region of India, is the kind of place that goes beyond the mundane and invites those with discerning …
Envelope Into The Wild Of Sikkim
The dense forests, hills, and mountains of Sikkim are home to various animal species from musk deer and red panda to bharal or blue sheep, the Himalayan black bear, and the exclusive snow leopard. Due to encroachments, and climate change, many of these are endangered and threatened. The lowland forests of Sikkim are home to …
Wildlife Sanctuaries In Sikkim : Envelope Into The Wild
The dense forests, hills, and mountains of Sikkim are home to various animal species from musk deer and red panda to bharal or blue sheep, the Himalayan black bear, and the exclusive snow leopard. Due to encroachments, and climate change, many of these are endangered and threatened. The lowland forests of Sikkim are home to …
Adventure Tourism In Sikkim
The thrill that Sikkim offers is beyond comparison; marked with 28 mountain peaks, 80+ glaciers, 227 high-altitude lakes, five major hot springs, 100+ rivers, and streams, this Northeastern State has enough challenges to quench the thirst for adventure. Not to forget, Sikkim is also home to the third tallest mountain peak, Kanchenjunga, also called Khangchendzonga …
Bike Ride In Sikkim
Visit the veiled gems of Sikkim in a manner like never before, ride to Chungthang. Make sure you visit the Gurudwara, and then to Gangtok, where the sightseeing and exploration of Sikkim culture will welcome you with open hands. Head out to see the bubbling local market that lights up at dusk, offering travelers a …
Mountaineering In Sikkim
Sikkim snuggled in the stretch of northeastern Himalayas is one of the best experiences of the mountains. The beautiful state remains unrivaled when it comes to the thrilling experience of mountaineering. Mountaineering in Sikkim has been introduced very recently. The Government of Sikkim has opened some of its alpine peaks for climbing and other adventures. …
Top 5 Monasteries in Sikkim : Buddhist Pilgrimage Sites
Sikkim is a state in northeastern India. It borders Tibet in the north and northeast, Bhutan in the east, Nepal in the west, and West Bengal in the south. Sikkim is also located close to India’s Siliguri Corridor near Bangladesh. Sikkim is the least populous and second smallest among the Indian states. A part of …
Pelling Tourism: Famous For Its Natural Scenic Beauty
Pelling, a beautiful town in the West district of Sikkim, has become the second biggest tourist destination in Sikkim after Gangtok. Located 10 km from Geyzing and 130 km from Gangtok, Pelling Tourism’s main attractions is the breathtaking sight of the Khangchendzonga and the neighboring peaks. The scenic town of Pelling is a perfect holiday …
Khecheopalri Lake, Pelling
As the prayer flags flutter in the wind and the calming sounds of bells ring one after the other, you know you have your bliss at the Khecheopalri Lake, which is a sacred pilgrimage site, considered holy by both Buddhists and Hindus. This religious place is believed to fulfill one’s wishes. The legend has it, …
Rabdentse Ruins, Pelling
Rabdentse Ruins is the archeological site that tells Sikkim’s story of glory. Until 1814 A.D, it was the second capital of Sikkim, established by the Chogyal II. Later on, after the Nepalese invasion in the 18th century, the palace and the monastery complex were destructed and turned into ruins. The place is a must-see for …