Tourism in Sikkim: This is a gateway to peaceful relaxation as well as to expedition and discovery.
Introduction to Sikkim
Sikkim is located in the northeastern part of India and it has untouched beauty and freshness in the culture of this region. Located to the border of tribute Tibet, Bhutan and Nepal-Sikkim possesses marvelous geographical features such as the Himalayas, valleys and lakes. This small state is a perfect combination of adventure tourism, leisure tourism, therefore is perfect destination for vacations spent and during holidays.
Majestic Mountains and Other Scenic Landmark/Location
The geographical feature that may be considered as the major asset of Sikkim is the territory, which is mostly mountainous. This state shares the third highest mountain of the world, Kanchenjunga measuring 8586 meters high. This will excite the, trekking that has the Goecha La Trek, Dzongri Trek which gives views of great snow peaks, the high altitude pastures and the Rhododendron forests. Those seeking for a less intense adventure may go for the gentle rolling hills and fields terracing giving sightseeing and photography of nature a try.
Sikkim Spiritual and Cultural Heritage
Hence, it can be the dominating conclusion to suggest that, yes, Sikkim is spiritual in the sense it can support places of worships – monasteries, temples, stupas, holy caves in the region. The major places that provide brief information about the religion and architecture of the state are Rumtek Monastery, Pemyangtse Monastery and Tashiding Monastery Dubdi monastery, Pemayangtse Monastery and others amongst them the major one is Losar – the Tibetan New Year, Bumchu – the annual Puja, Saga Dawa – the festival of Buddha’s birth;
Sikkim Adventure and Outdoor Activities
Each among the envisaged regions of Sikkim offers the following activities to the adventurer; Teesta and the Rangeet river rafting; assures the adventurer the excitement of the gorges with scenic views included. It is indeed a fairly good tourist industry as per, Tripartha’s statement and indeed paragliding in the Gangtok town gives the tourists birds eye view of the valleys and mountain ranges. Some of the Facilities also contribute to the boosting of the state as the most appropriate place for mountain bike performs, Rock climbing, zipline among others through the features of geographical information of the states.
Sikkim Flora and Fauna
Sikkim also standard a number of wildlife sanctuaries and national parks that are habitat to various kinds of of plants and animals of India. The Khangchendzonga National Park also referred to as biosphere reserve that is a world heritage site according to UNESCO is absolutely fabulous for trekking and wildlife. It also has such less Bio – diversity species like the red Panda, snow leopard and the Himalayan Black bear. The park has covered sub tropical forests to alpine zones thus is a good area for biological diversit and tourism.
Serene Lakes and Hot Springs
To this list Sikkim has added fresh water lakes and herbal hot springs which supplement it’s the natural geographical indications. Tsomgo Lake position is at an altitude of 3,753m above sea level and is a glacial which is beside mountainous tracts. Mainly, Gurudongmar Lake which is one of the highest lakes in the world has crystal clear water around this lake snow clad mountains add beauty to this lake. Yumthang and Reshi hot springs are also well-known is for the medicinal use and provides much needed break to the tourist .
Sustainable Tourism Initiatives
Thus, it could be said that Sikkim has a significant contribution towards the Environmental Conservation through Natural Resources and Tourism. The state has been appreciated for its good organic farming and good manner of waste disposal; thus, discouraging exploitative tourism which erases the geography and the history of the tourism state. Homestay and community based tourism makes tourism enterprises hence a true representation of the tourist and at the same time providing ensures that cultural practices that would have been deteriorated by globalization of the particular portfolio are preserved.
Sikkim is the state that still remains to stimulate the organs of sensation, and, undoubtedly, the soul. Sikkim forms a dream place for the adventure lovers or the seekers for spirituality coupled with the nature enthusiasts as it has so much to offer a traveler and the warm and welcoming people. Check through this trip to this Himalayan state and learn why Sikkim is such a beautiful place to tour.
