Sikkim is the fascinating land of the mighty Khangchendzonga. The little Indian Himalayan state, snuggled in the heart of the Himalayas, which ripples with mists and clouds and the plenititude of rhododendrons, orchids and the abundance of other flowers is paradise revisited. The turbulent water streams and rivers are the channels of peace and tranquility in the state and the other hand the numerous monasteries and quaint shopping complexes mesmerize the voyager with lot of fun and excitement who is off on a journey to explore Sikkim.
Tour to Sikkim leaves some kind of sentience in the memory of a traveler. Located on the eastern part of the Himalayas and spread below the mighy Khanchendzonga, the third highest mountain range in the world is considered as sacred by the Sikkimese in India. The magnificence of great mountain ranges, faltering valleys, gushing rivers and glorious hills, Sikkim is must visit place on the sightseeing tour to India. The most amazing aspect is the change of temperature that pervade as we as we travel from from the colder mountain areas to the sub tropical hotter areas. The state is blessed with the natural asset of the great flora and fauna, exotic wildlife, vibrant glacier s and the entire topography is simple 'wow'.
The state boots of the numerous hot springs which contain lot of medicinal prosperities. Some of the most popular among them are Reshi, Yumthang, Ralang etc. There are around 200 monasteries or 'Gompas' in Sikkim belonging to the Nyingma and Kagyu order, that are part of the great cultural heritage of the state. Sikkim is also renowned for its glittering lakes that are spring fed as well as river fed. Among all the lakes in Sikkim, Tsomgo Lake, which passes between Gangtok and Nathu La, is most fascinating.
Last but not the least is the Teesta river, which flows right across the length of the Sikkim. The ribver joins Brahmaputra river in Bangladesh. It is fed by the snow melting on the mountains as well as rain that conglomerate in the catchment area during the monsoons.
Aparana Chauhan
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