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- Gangtok
- Darjeeling
Sikkim is a beautiful Northeastern state founded by the Namgyal dynasty in the 17th century. The capital of Sikkim is Gangtok and it is the largest city in the state as well. The brilliance of the natural environment and the Himalayas is the main treasure of Sikkim which attracts a large portion of tourists. Sikkim is the second smallest state of the country and the 35% of the land of Sikkim is covered by the Kanchenjunga National Park. Many people also know Sikkim as the home of Mt. Kanchenjunga. Apart from this, the cultural beauty and the historical charm of the state are also admired throughout the country. Many temples, monasteries, historical monuments, rivers etc are the main attraction for the tourist at Sikkim. The tourism services and facilities are on the next level at Sikkim which has been immensely developed and it is expected to enhance more in the coming years.
Sikkim is a wonderful state but you would be amaze to know about some of the most appealing facts of the state that is connected with the nature, history and many other things.
Till May 1975 Sikkim was an independent country but it was taken over by the Indian Army and merged as the 22nd state of the Union of India.
Yes, it is true Sikkim has 11 different official languages which include Nepali, Sikkimese, Lepcha, Limbu, Tamang, Newari, Rai, Magar, Gurung, Sunwar and English.
Sikkim is also the home to rhododendron forests as almost 35 varieties of rhododendron is found in the beautiful Himalayan part of the state.
Bumchu festival, the holy water ceremony is held at Sikkim during which a water level inside the pot is used to predict the future of the year in Sikkim.
The temple is built to pay the tribute to Baba Harbhajan Singh and it is believed that his spirit still guards the border of the region.
A beautiful mountain pass located at an altitude of 14450 feet where many famous tourist sites can be explored.
Famously known as Changu Lake which is located at the eastern part of Sikkim and is famous for change of the colours of the lake surface.
It is the largest monastery of Sikkim which most popularly known as the Dharma Chakra Centre.
The small hill town district of the state which has the untouched natural beauty, monasteries and waterfalls.
The main market of the capital Gangtok which is a perfect place to experience the modern lifestyle of Sikkim.
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White water rafting is a popular adventure sport in Sikkim which is mostly done in Teesta River.
Get the mesmerizing view of the entire Gangtok town and Mt. Kanchenjunga with a cable car ride at the capital.