Sikkim offers a fine blend of Himalayan, and medieval vibes, and a marvel of Mother Nature Sikkim is a destination that defines serenity in its wonderful language. Exhibiting a religious harmony between Hinduism and Buddhism Sikkim has its floors covered with Hindu Shrines and Buddhist monasteries and a magnificent climate. The diversity of landscapes that Sikkim offers is an immensely beautiful destination to explore.
Nestled in the lap of the Himalayas Sikkim is a destination like no other. Sikkim offers a wide range of tourist destinations the state district is divided into four districts North, South, East & West all four districts are immensely beautiful and delightful to visit.
Gangtok is the capital of the Sikkim state and it is one of the most prominent cities in the state. Incredibly beautiful, exuberant, garlanded with clouds all over. Sikkim is blessed with kind of historical and cultural significant Gangtok is the pride of the state. Gangtok offers some amazing tourist spots within the city which will engage a traveler at least for 3 days. Gangtok serves as the major tourist hub including some beautiful tourist spots to explore. Gangtok is a place that draws a lot of adventurous people and it is also a go-to destination for families. Some of the major spots which you can visit here are Hanuman Tok Temple, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Sa Ngor Chotshog Center, Seven Sister Waterfalls, and Tashi View Point.
Tsogmo Lake is situated 40km away from the main city of Gangtok this immensely beautiful glacier lake is one of the top tourist destinations here in Sikkim. According to locals term `Tsogmo’ means source of water, the mesmerizing lake is India’s highest altitude lake which makes Sikkim even more beautiful. Tsomgo Lake reflects the gigantic views of snow-clad mountains around it, making your journey to Sikkim even more memorable. The flora and fauna family found at this location include Primulas, yellow and blue poppies, Irish, Yaks and Ponies, and migratory ducks – Brahmini. It is advised to plan your trip to Tsogmo Lake in the early hours as it gets dark and roads are not laid out properly. The best time to see snow is Jan to Mar and for Rhododendrons and Orchids is from April to May. It is just 2 hours away from the Gangtok so you can enjoy an exciting experience around the lake.
Nathula Pass is around 53 km away from the main city of Gangtok. This place apart from being one of the best tourist places in Sikkim and is a politically very important point of Sikkim. Nathula Pass connects India to Tibet which creates an amalgamation of Indian and Tibetan culture around this place. There is a famous border trade market called – Sherathang from where you can buy a sovereign for yourself and your friends. You can even shop for Tibetan items from this vibrant market. There is a place called Kupup nearby to Nathula Pass which is always under the cloud and visiting it might be a unique experience for your trip to Sikkim.
After Gangtok, Pelling is the second most preferred spot in Sikkim. This hilly town is heaven for travelers. The major attractions are the stunning Khanchendzunga Waterfall, the adventurous Pelling skywalk, and the newly constructed beautiful Titanic View Point. The well-organized souvenir shops with amazing collections of local traditional gift items are major attractions for tourists.
Namchi is famous as a pilgrimage spot in South Sikkim. Several attractive spots are there to visit in Namchi. You can visit SolophokChardham, SerdupCholing Monastery, Tendong Hill, Doling Gompa, Ngadak Monastery, Guru Padmasambhava Statue, SaiMandir, and ropeway. If you are a bird watcher, then a visit to the nearby Kitam Bird Sanctuary will be worth it for you.
Ravangla is the most favorite destination for the tourists of Sikkim in recent times. This calm, peaceful, and mesmerizing Small Township offers some beautiful must-visiting tourist spots, such as the most famous attraction of Ravangla, Buddha Park with its amazing panoramic view; thrilling Maenam la trek, ancient Ralang Monastery, Tashiding Monastery, Samdruptse Hills, Kheungpeling Carpet Centre, and Rayong sunrise viewpoint.
As suggested by many tourists and travelers if you want to Experience the real beauty of Sikkim then the best time is between March and May or October and Mid December. If you want to see the blooming beauty in Sikkim then spring would be the best season to visit which starts from March to May. Autumn, on the other hand, brings a clear view of the Himalayan Range and if you want to capture a picturesque view of the Himalayan range then October to December is the best season to visit.
Reaching Sikkim is not a hassle as the state enjoys great connectivity with other parts of India. Flooded with picture square with destinations of gorgeous valleys and colorful monasteries, Sikkim has earned itself a top place in the tourism sector. Being a landlocked state there are two ways to reach Sikkim one is by air and another one is by roadways. Around 125km from Gangtok is Bagdogra airport which is nearest to the capital city of Sikkim. Several airlines such as Indigo, Air India, Jet Airways and Air Asia India operate flights from prime Indian cities including Delhi and other major cities of India. Once you reach the airport from there you can hire a taxi or cab to reach Gangtok. The service we get in Sikkim is a direct flight to Pakyong airport or Gangtok Helipad is also a great option. Another way to reach the destination of Sikkim is through roadways, which are 143km from Siliguri town this is another adventurous way to travel to Sikkim.
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