Sikkim

Yumthang Valley: Switching between flower bowl and winter wonderland!

Information about Yumthang Valley Yumthang Valley is one of the most beautiful nature sanctuaries I have visited in India. Located near Lachung and Lachen in North Sikkim, Yumthang valley is known for its serene atmosphere, awe-inspiring views of Himalayan mountains, abundant flowers, tranquil vista, calming rivers, the works! Thousands of tourists visit Yumthang each month …

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BRIEF HISTORY OF CHOGYALS, SIKKIM KINGDOM & HOW OFFBEAT SIKKIM BECAME A PART OF INDIA

HISTORY OF SIKKIM CHOGYAL KINGDOM & HOW SIKKIM BECAME A PART OF INDIA This blog is about the history of Chogyal dynasty of the kingdom of Sikkim and how Monarchy fell and Sikkim became a part of India. The history of Sikkim is full of interesting stories of ups and downs, of strong and weak …

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Pelling Sikkim: Of Skywalks, monasteries & tall bridges!

About Pelling Pelling is a nice small town near Namchi in West Sikkim. Sang-Ngag Choling Monastery, Pelling skywalk, Singhshore Bridge, Rabdentse ruins, Uttarey village, treks, Ravang La, Tibetan colony are some of the major attractions and top places to see in and around Pelling. There are many interesting things to do in Pelling with family …

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OFFBEAT THINGS TO DO IN WEST SIKKIM –RABDENTSE RUIN SITE IN PELLING

OFFBEAT THINGS TO DO IN WEST SIKKIM –RABDENTSE RUIN SITE IN PELLING This detailed blog is reported based upon my visit to Rabdentse ruins near upper Pelling and the ancient Pemayangtse Monastry in West Sikkim. It is a must see place during Pelling sightseeing. The locals call Rabdentse ruins as the Machu Pichu Of India. …

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11 DAYS WINTER ITINERARY & GUIDE FOR AN EPIC ROAD TRIP IN SIKKIM!

11 DAYS WINTER ITINERARY & GUIDE FOR AN EPIC ROAD TRIP IN SIKKIM! This blog is a complete guide and winter itinerary of 11 days through Sikkim. We visited amazing places like Gangtok, Lachung & Yumthang Valley, Chumthang, Namchi, Ravang La and Rabdantse Site, Pelling, Singshore suspension bridge, Uttarey, Yuksom. This Sikkim guide can be …

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INCREDIBLE INDIA: 10 BUDGET FRIENDLY & FREE THINGS TO DO IN GANGTOK, SIKKIM WITH FAMILY

Recently Mr. Mahesh Semwal,  a travel blogger friend asked me about things to see in Gangtok. It reminded me that I have yet not written about my experience of traveling with family to Gangtok. What also makes Gangtok a family destination is the fact that it is cheap to visit Gangtok as most things to …

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