The state of Sikkim is located in the Himalayan foothills and is treated by every tourist as the abode of nature. The place is the perfect blend of lush green valleys and snow covered mountains.
Gangtok is not just the largest city in Sikkim but also its capital. The state is characterised by its mountainous terrain and the extravagance of its natural beauty will leave every spectator bewildered. You will find around 28 beautiful mountain peaks and five major hot springs. It is the least populous state in India which makes it a must-visit destination for everyone looking for serenity.
If you are more than eager to enhance your life with some sweet travelling experience then Sikkim is the place to visit. This state is one of the most preferred destinations for all travel lovers. The Himalayan environment offers a natural soothing effect, while the snow-capped mountains, gurgling streams, are blooming with flora and fauna. A land rich is culture and a large number of monasteries, is a must-visit place if you want to relish the sheer pleasure of untouched natural beauty.
Through the years, the state has projected itself to be a new world comprising of friendly residents, serene monasteries, and fabulous vistas. Our Sikkim Tour Package offer tourists the golden opportunity to have some trekking experience through the appealing valleys and pine forests. It is the hub of river rafting and mountaineering expeditions, no doubt this abode of nature is now a famous tourist destination. To know more you may visit Sikkim Tourism, Government of Sikkim.
Monasteries: Being the homeland of numerous devotees, the place has almost 200 monasteries scattered all over the charming hilltops, offering meditation to soothe the soul. Few famous monasteries are Tashiding, Rumtek and Pemayangtse.
Sanctuaries: The magnificent arrangement of flora and fauna is the grandeur of Sikkim. It has a rich heritage of wide variety of flowers and the dense forest is the homeland of numerous animals. Avail our Sikkim Tour Package and enjoy the splendour of 450 bird species, 450 orchid varieties, 40 rhododendron species, and 400 butterfly species.
Yuksom And Dzongri Peak: Sikkim is the heavenly kingdom for trekkers. Explore a trekking experience from Yuksom to Dzongri Peak as it is both, adventurous and challenging. The most famous trekking place in Sikkim is Goecha La, as it takes you closer to the enormous Kanchenjunga.
Lachung – The distance between Gangtok and Lachung is around 120 km and will take around 5 to 6 hours to reach as the region has a mountainous terrain. Though being a very small village, its serene beauty will leave every tourist mesmerised. Few places to visit in Lachung are the Yumthang Valley, Zero Point and Yumesamdong.
Though the beauty of Sikkim stays intact throughout the year, the best time to visit is either between October to mid-December or between March and May. Sikkim looks lovely and pleasant during the summer months as the temperature generally varies from 50 to 250 C.
Tribes of Sikkim
Festival of Sikkim