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Gurudongmar Lake sits serenely up above the high Himalayas in the abode of the Gods. Situated over an altitude of 17,800 feet (5,430 mts) in a cold desert, it’s one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. Its landscape is as much captivating as its legends are fascinating. With my personal experience, here’s a complete travel guide.
From a Rhododendron Sanctuary to serpentine rivers, spectacular snow peaks, lush green meadows and gorgeous alpine lakes, North Sikkim is a wonderful destination for nature lovers. However, its remoteness and adverse weather conditions mean very few people actually reach there. But people who manage to reach this region, cherish the experience forever like I found out for myself.
Modern cityscape, magical streets, vibrant cultural vibes, and spectacular Himalayan vistas. These are the first thoughts that come to my mind while thinking of this beautiful hill station in Sikkim. Collecting from the memories of my numerous visits to the city, here’s a list of the best places to visit and things to do in Gangtok.
A remote corner of India that shares two international borders, Mizoram is a hidden gem that can actually pleasantly surprise most Indians. A quaint little town, capital city of Mizoram, educated and civilized, as developed as any other part of India, Aizawl has a refreshingly different vibe. Here’s an account of a day I spent in the cisty.
Mirik, a little hill station with a lovely lake, not far from Darjeeling, is is a wonderful off-beat destination, just perfect for a day trip. From verdant mountain scape to curvaceous tea gardens, to the pristine beauty of the lake in the middle of it all, Mirik is everything that charms the heart.
From lush green mountains, driving through clouds, reaching this snow-covered high altitude pass is an awe-inspiring experience. In April 2024, on the last leg of my Sikkim trip, I took a wonderful day trip from Gangtok (Sikkim) to Nathu La Pass. Looking back at the day, I still get goosebumps!
Tucked in a corner of the greenest part of India, Kaziranga National Park is the most enchanting forest of all. Spread over 430 sq. kms. and consisting five forest ranges, this national park in Assam in north-east India is among the least disturbed natural habitats. Here’s a guide on how to plan your visit to the Kaziranga N.P.
Yuksom in west Sikkim is gateway to the Kangchenjunga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One can see elements of both cultural and natural aspects of the World Heritage Site all over Yuksom. Serene landscape, ancient heritage, sleepy villages and laid back lifestyle of people, are features that I love Yuksom for.
Situated at an elevation of 2045 mts (~6709 ft), the weather remains cool in Darjeeling through out the year. Spectacular Himalayan panorama, enchanting tea gardens, rich culture and heritage. Darjeeling is as charming as it gets. If you are planning to visit Darjeeling, here are my recommendations on the best things to do at my favorite hill station in India.
A quaint little town at 10,000 feet above the sea level with the mighty Himalayas overlooking crystal clear glacial lakes. A thriving Buddhist population, and an omnipresent military establishment. Yes, we are talking about Tawang Valley in Arunachal Pradesh.