More About Sikkim Tour

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More About Sikkim Tour
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• Part of the eastern Himalayas, Sikkim is notable
  for its biodiversity, including alpine and
  subtropical climates. Sikkim is a very attractive
  mountainous region, Sikkim tourist places always
  attract tourists with their amazing views.

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Tourism in the state

• Tourism is one of the important services in
  providing industry in Sikkim State. Its rapid
  development has played an important role in the
  socio-economic development of the region.

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Getting There

• You can fly to Bagdogra Airport in West Bengal
  and reach Sikkim by air. Although there is no
  major railway station in the state, you can also
  take the Siliguri or Jalpaiguri train to reach
  Sikkim by rail. Plus, you can hit the road to get
  to Sikkim.

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Permits and entry rules

• Foreigners must obtain an In-Line Permit (ILP) to
  visit Sikkim. All these can be obtained from the
  Indian Mission, New Delhi, Kolkata, Sikkim
  Tourism Office, Darjeeling, Siliguri, and Rangpo
  at the insistence of the industry visa office.

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Tourist places in Sikkim

• 1. Tsomgo Lake Also known as Changu Lake, it is
  a water body composed of a glacier, located
  12,000 feet above sea level. 2. Gurudongmar Lake
  This is the highest Himalayan lake. In winter,
  this natural lake remains frozen, surrounded by a
  thick layer of white snow and the lakes water
  reflects a dirty blue sky. It is one of the
  popular tourist places in Sikkim in winter. 3.
  Pelling One of the most worth seeing places in
  Gangtok, this small village is peaceful and
  serene. It is a treasure trove of activities,
  sightseeing, and food enrichment to the lips, and
  thus to all kinds of travelers.

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Forest and nature-based tourism

• Nearly half of the state is forested, which
  supports many rare and indigenous species of
  flora and fauna, so it is no surprise that UNESCO
  recently added Sikkims Khangchendzonga National
  Park to great natural and cultural significance
  Recognized as a World Heritage Site.

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People and culture

• Sikkim is a unique blend of different customs,
  religions, and traditions of different
  communities. From ancient times, Sikkim was ruled
  by three tribes, namely, Lepchas, Bhutia, and
  Nepali. They still form groups and cultures in
  Sikkim.