Travelling is essential, not just for work, but also for education and leisure. Our country is home to some of the most diverse natural landscapes. From beaches to mountains to temple towns and quaint villages; you find extreme diversity across the country, not just in sceneries but also in food, language, and culture. Tourism in India is huge as people flock to our country from all over the world to be a part of the breath-taking experience called India, it is important that the residents of our country are equally aware of what wondrous and beautiful sites remain unexplored in our country.
People prefer to visit high altitude mountains in all seasons for varied reasons. In summers, to beat the scorching heatwave making it impossible to move out of the house; while in winters, to watch the pristine snowfall over their heads. Despite the government’s best efforts to integrate the North-eastern part of the country with the rest of India, difficulty to reach there has often been a deterrent for people to explore the natural beauty of this area. The north-eastern states boast of unparalleled natural beauty which needs to be explored.
Apart from the seven sisters, as the North-eastern states are known as, there is another jewel. The youngest state to become a part of North-East India, Sikkim, is a breath-taking destination with majestic mountains, stunning waterfalls, high-altitude lakes, gorgeous greens, and beautiful monasteries. It shares its boundary with 3 other countries; with Tibet in North, Bhutan in East and Nepal in the West. It is no wonder that among the various North-East states, tourism in Sikkim attracts a huge footfall of tourists, throughout the year. Before you plan your trip to this majestic state, it is vital that you know some important facts.
The capital city of Gangtok is located at an altitude of 5,410 ft. The state is home to nearly 5,000 varieties of flowers including 400 different types of orchids. Wildlife lovers can have a great time visiting the Khangchendzonga National Park in North Sikkim and Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary where you can spot the Himalayan Black Bear, Red Panda, and Civet cat. Mountain lovers and trekking enthusiasts can enjoy the views of Mt. Kanchenjunga (28,169 ft.), world’s 3rd highest mountain and passes like Nathu La, Goecha La through trekking trips. Some of the popular tourist attraction places in the state include Gangtok, Aritar, Lachung, Pelling, Yuksom, and Geyzing. The 2nd highest bridge in Asia is in Pelling, Sikkim. At a height of 220m and 198m long, it offers an excellent view of the valley. Sikkim is the first Indian state that has become the 1st organic state in India.Make the most of your Sikkim tour in the summer season as it is the best time to visit Sikkim. The temperature between March to June ranges between 50C - 250C making it ideal for outdoor activities like trekking, adventure sports, etc. while during monsoon time (July – September) the temperature is around 50C - 200C while winters are quite cold with temperature going remaining as low as -70C during October to February.
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