Sikkim : The Organic Kingdom

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Sikkim : The Organic Kingdom

It is a land straight from your childhood fairytale. With glamorous beauty and unending wonders, Sikkim is the perfect destination for you, any time of the year. High snowing altitudes, green mountains, Rhododendron grooves, azure rivers, waterfalls and hot springs are just few of its offerings that make it an interesting affair. It has really gained a lot of reputation for its immense beauty and many conservation strategies towards being a clean and green location. There is so much to explore here within the boundary of the second smallest state of India.

Places to visit in Sikkim

Yumthang Valley

A beautiful and pristine alpine valley at an altitude of about 3500 metres above sea level. It’s most lovely charm is its wealth of natural wonders and the abundance of various flowers and orchids that grow naturally here. It is also known as the valley of flowers.

Ravangla

It is a sandwiched beauty situated between the hills of Tendong and Meanam in Sikkim. It is definitely a visual treat and has gained much popularity among other places in Sikkim. The valley has an aura of tranquility and the presence of the giant golden statue of Buddha is the main attraction.

Tsomgo Lake

It is one of the highest situated glacial lakes in Sikkim that is also popular as ‘Changu Lake’. The lake is situated at an altitude of around 12400 ft and remains frozen most times of the year. You could just come here and just sink in to the surrounding beauty sipping some hot tea. The presence of Yak makes the lake more intriguing.

Varsey

If is one of the most offbeat destinations within Sikkim that isn’t so popular as it should be. Located in the West of Sikkim, Varsey is famous for its vibrant and richly colored Rhododendrons. The natural trails here are best for trekking and there is a possibility of seeing a Red Panda here.

Kaluk

Located in the West, Kaluk is a peaceful Himalayan village that is mostly popular for its amazing natural beauty that is abundant here. Its natural trail is also pretty engaging and best for hiking activities along its beautiful forest with excellent picturesque views. People often trek from here till Rinchenpong, which is a gorgeous monastery.

Tarey Bhir, Sadam

On the way from Melli to Namchi, about 13 km away is where you will come across a a 10000 feet long ridge pathway that lies in the upper area of the Phooldara in Sadam. It is greatly engaging and a perfect spot for clicking beautiful pictures. You can also visit the nearby Kitam Bird Sanctuary that boast of more than 200 species of birds.