{"id":569,"date":"2012-06-18T09:54:19","date_gmt":"2012-06-18T05:24:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shikhartravels.wordpress.com\/?p=569"},"modified":"2020-12-21T08:51:44","modified_gmt":"2020-12-21T08:51:44","slug":"sikkim-the-land-of-untouched-beauty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/sikkim-the-land-of-untouched-beauty\/","title":{"rendered":"Sikkim &#8211; The land of untouched beauty!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Small but beautiful. Spread below the Mount Khanchendzonga (8534 mts), the third highest mountain in the world, and revered by the Sikkimese as their protective deity. With lofty mountains dominating the skyline, this is an exotic place with varieties of rhododendrons and sparkling orchids. Hilltop monasteries add to the tranquil atmosphere in the rugged terrains.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sikkim-Tours.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4225\" width=\"754\" height=\"501\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sikkim-Tours.jpg 650w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sikkim-Tours-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sikkim-Tours-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 754px) 100vw, 754px\" \/><figcaption>Sikkim Tours <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Incredible Untouched Beauty of Sikkim<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Sikkim is a real paradise that lies far from the city lights in the foothills of the Himalayas in the northeastern part of India. It is the least populated state of the nation with break taking beauty that homes to many untouched high altitude lakes, snow-capped mountains including the world\u2019s third-highest peak, Kanchenjunga, and exotic flora and fauna. The capital and the only populous city in Sikkim, Gangtok is an ideal destination to explore the beauty of nature along with the local culture. Along with Zuluk, Lachung, Pelling, there are many other <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/sikkim-tours\">tourist places in Sikkim state<\/a><\/strong>. This place offers each type of holiday to everyone like the adventurous, cultural, honeymoon, Buddhist pilgrimage, spiritual enlightenment, and fun. There is no one <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/sikkim-tours\">best tourist place in Sikkim<\/a> <\/strong>as all the destinations are unique in itself. The serenity and tranquillity of this region will make you fall in love with this place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-sikkim\/\">famous tourist places in Sikkim<\/a><\/strong> like Nathang, Yuksom, Geyzing, etc are a perfect assortment of nature\u2019s beauty, opulent history, and heart-melting culture. Here the monasteries are incomparably beautiful, local food is so delicious, and the local clothes and art pieces are a must to shop. There might be many <strong>places of tourist interest in Sikkim <\/strong>like the famous and height lake, Gurudongmar, or the largest Buddhist shrine, Lachung Gompa but all these need an itinerary so the holidays can be enjoyed fully. Below are some holiday packages that Shikhar Travels offers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>North East India Honeymoon Package:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-India-Honeymoon-Packages-1.jpg\" alt=\"North East India Honeymoon Package\" class=\"wp-image-4229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-India-Honeymoon-Packages-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-India-Honeymoon-Packages-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-India-Honeymoon-Packages-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-India-Honeymoon-Packages-1-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/north-east-india-honeymoon-package-sti357\">North East India Honeymoon Package<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/north-east-india-honeymoon-package-sti357\"> <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Beautiful hilltop view in Gangtok to cultural visit in Pelling to romantic sunset at fragrant tea gardens of Darjeeling, this is an ideal tour for <strong>honeymoon couples.<\/strong> One will enjoy the beauty of the northeast along with some fun activities like Yak ride and snow games. Then some nature admiration tours to some beautiful lakes and waterfalls of the region. Lastly, city tours in Gangtok and Darjeeling for unavoidable shopping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>North East Himalaya Tour:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-Himalaya-Tour-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-Himalaya-Tour-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-Himalaya-Tour-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-Himalaya-Tour-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/North-East-Himalaya-Tour-1-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/north-east-himalaya-tour-sti253\">North East Himalaya Tour<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/north-east-himalaya-tour-sti253\"> <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This tour will give an experience of rich\nculture of north-east India that starts with a fun toy train ride in Darjeeling.\nIt will take you through famous tea gardens and then meeting Buddhist culture\nin beautiful monasteries at Pemayangtse. After this spiritual enlightenment,\nthe tour will head to Gangtok which is the best among all <strong>Sikkim tourist places.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Goechala Trek, Sikkim:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Goechala-Trek-Sikkim-shikhar-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Goechala-Trek-Sikkim-shikhar-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Goechala-Trek-Sikkim-shikhar-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Goechala-Trek-Sikkim-shikhar-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Goechala-Trek-Sikkim-shikhar-1-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/kanchenjunga-trek-sikkim-sti380\">Kanchenjunga Trek, Sikkim<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most popular trekking routes of west Sikkim is <strong>Goechala trek<\/strong> which is also known as the Kanchenjunga view trek. This trek goes through deep forests that take you to a height that mesmerizes you with the beautiful view of the world\u2019s third-highest peak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hiking in Sikkim:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Hiking-in-Sikkim-shikhar.jpg\" alt=\"Hiking in Sikkim\" class=\"wp-image-4232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Hiking-in-Sikkim-shikhar.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Hiking-in-Sikkim-shikhar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Hiking-in-Sikkim-shikhar-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Hiking-in-Sikkim-shikhar-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/hiking-in-sikkim-sti366\">Treks in Sikkim<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The beauty of Sikkim is no secret that is why people from different corners visit to see this untouched beauty. So, we have specially curated a tour that is going to be a favorite among nature lovers. This trip has some fun hiking to lakes or monasteries in and around Gangtok. Also, the best part of this tour is that you can easily visit many of these <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/hiking-in-sikkim-explore-yourself-amidst-the-alluring-beauty-of-sikkim\/\">Sikkim tourist places in December<\/a><\/strong> as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mount Frey Expedition:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Mount-Frey-Expedition-shikhar.jpg\" alt=\" Mt Frey expedition\" class=\"wp-image-4233\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Mount-Frey-Expedition-shikhar.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Mount-Frey-Expedition-shikhar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Mount-Frey-Expedition-shikhar-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Mount-Frey-Expedition-shikhar-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/mount-frey-expedition-5859-m-sti361\">Mount Frey Expedition<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/mount-frey-expedition-5859-m-sti361\"> <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p> An ideal tour for experienced adventure enthusiasts, Mt Fery expedition which is situated at an altitude of 5859 m. This is one of the most admired and technical  Himalayan expedition in Sikkim as the trail is mostly rocky and steep.  But this is going to be a lifetime experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Darjeeling and North Sikkim: <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Darjeeling-and-North-Sikkim-shikhar.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Darjeeling-and-North-Sikkim-shikhar.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Darjeeling-and-North-Sikkim-shikhar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Darjeeling-and-North-Sikkim-shikhar-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Darjeeling-and-North-Sikkim-shikhar-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/darjeeling-north-sikkim-the-orchid-safari-sti170\">Darjeeling and North Sikkim<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/darjeeling-north-sikkim-the-orchid-safari-sti170\"> <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p> The popular tourist destinations of North East India in one tour package. It covers the beautiful tea gardens and the colonial-era architecture of Darjeeling to the stunning view of Kanchenjunga in  Gangtok. It\u2019s a perfect leisure trip with friends and families. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/sandhakphu-trek-sti195\">Sandakphu Trek<\/a>:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sandakphu-Trek-Tour-shikhar.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sandakphu-Trek-Tour-shikhar.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sandakphu-Trek-Tour-shikhar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sandakphu-Trek-Tour-shikhar-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Sandakphu-Trek-Tour-shikhar-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sandakphu or Singalila ridge trek is a much-known trek in the Darjeeling region. This trek offers mesmerizing panoramic views from the top which also includes the spectacular view of Mount Everest, Mount Makalu, Mount Kanchenjunga, and Mount Lhotse. So, this trip brings a real treat to the eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Uttarey Singalila Trek:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Uttarey-Singalila-Trek.jpg\" alt=\"Uttarey Singalila Trek\" class=\"wp-image-4236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Uttarey-Singalila-Trek.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Uttarey-Singalila-Trek-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Uttarey-Singalila-Trek-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Uttarey-Singalila-Trek-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/uttarey-singalila-trek-sti196\">Uttarey Singalila Trek <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This beautiful trek on Nepal and Sikkim political border passes through a beautiful barren landscape and grassy meadow that takes you to the top and giving a beautiful view of Kanchenjunga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Bailey Trail \u2013 Gorichen Trek:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/The-Bailley-Trail-\u2013-Gorichen-Trek.jpg\" alt=\"The Bailley Trail \u2013 Gorichen Trek\" class=\"wp-image-4237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/The-Bailley-Trail-\u2013-Gorichen-Trek.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/The-Bailley-Trail-\u2013-Gorichen-Trek-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/The-Bailley-Trail-\u2013-Gorichen-Trek-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/The-Bailley-Trail-\u2013-Gorichen-Trek-50x33.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/the-bailley-trail-gorichen-trek-arunachal-pradesh-sti197\">The Bailley Trail \u2013 Gorichen Trek<\/a><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shikhar.com\/the-bailley-trail-gorichen-trek-arunachal-pradesh-sti197\"> <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A unique tour in Arunachal Pradesh that starts from the capital Guahati and then passes through multiple valleys. All these valleys are connected with 6 different passes that reached to the height of 4550 m at Tse La. This trek has an amazing untouched and natural view of forests, peaks, and lakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Best Time to Visit Sikkim:<\/strong> Sikkim is well known for its incomparable beauty which cannot be defined in a word. Similarly, the admirer of this place visits any time of year as it depends on the purpose as well. Usually, <strong>the spring (March to May)<\/strong> and autumn <strong>(October \u2013 mid-December)<\/strong> is the most beautiful time to witness the unparallel beauty of Sikkim but if you are a winter person then chilly December visits are also not bad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Famous Food of Sikkim: <\/strong>Sikkim has an influence of its neighboring region on food like Nepal, Tibet, and parts of West Bengal. Its staple food is Lentils and Rice which they call Dal- Bhaat is the local language. Other than this they have Momos and Thupka which has been loved by many people in a nation now. Then they have Sale roti, Kodo Ko Roti, Phagshapa, Kinema Curry, Bamboo shoot curry with rice, Gundruk and Sinki.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Climatic conditions of Sikkim: <\/strong>Sikkim has a temperate climate where most of the parts of Sikkim have an average temperature of 18 \u2013 20 degrees Celsius. Some parts see the high temperature in summer that goes up to 40 degree Celsius and some parts goes lowest to -5 degree Celsius as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>More Intrested Blog<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripoto.com\/trip\/best-mountain-climbing-expedition-in-india-shikhar-travels-5f96bcce6adde\">BEST MOUNTAIN CLIMBING EXPEDITION IN INDIA<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Small but beautiful. Spread below the Mount Khanchendzonga (8534 mts), the third highest mountain in the world, and revered by the Sikkimese as their protective deity. 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