Sikkim is situated at the foot of Mount Kanchendzonga and boasts of an unexplored beauty. The lofty mountains dominate the skyline of Sikkim and invites tourists in its snow clad peaks, green emerald slopes, rushing streams, tall Rhododendrons and sparkling orchids. Hilltop monasteries emerge from the rugged terrains while multi-colored prayer flags wave in the mountain breeze.
FAMOUS TOURIST CITIES OF SIKKIM
Namchi:-
Namchi is a town located at an altitude of 1675 mt above sea level. The area rose to popularity recently with the erection of the world’s tallest statue of Guru Padmasambhava, the patron saint of Sikkim.
Gangtok:-
Gangtok cannot be accessed by train routes.. The nearest train station is New Jalpaiguri (NJP) in Siliguri. Siliguri can be reached by train from Kolkata. It is an overnight journey and trains are frequent. From NJP the traveler is required to take an auto rickshaw to Siliguri state bus depot. From the state bus depot, buses depart for Gangtok.
Ravangla:-
Ravangla is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Sikkim. At an altitude of 7000 ft, located on a ridge between Maenam and Tendong Hill, Ravangla offers unmatched views of the Greater Himalayas.
Pelling:-
we can view the serene beauty of Kanchenjanga and the majestic Himalayas very closely. Pelling is the land for a lot of adventures. Many trekkers and adventure lovers from all over the country come to West Sikkim and willingly go for arduous treks.
Yuksom:-
Yuksom is a historical town in Geyzing subdivision of West Sikkim district in the Northeast Indian state of Sikkim. It was the first capital of Sikkim established in 1642 AD by Phuntsog Namgyal who was the first Chogyal (temporal and religious king) of Sikkim. The coronation site of the first monarch of Sikkim is known as the “Throne of Norbugang”.