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Area
:
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7229
sq. Kms. |
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Population
:
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Sikkim-
30 million Gangtok - around 40 thousands. |
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Location
:
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In
between Nepal and Bhutan |
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Literacy
rate :
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56.94%
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Main
Language :
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Napalese
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Climate
:
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Cold,
humid on Oct- Feb and heavy rainfall on April
- May |
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Near
by cities :
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Bagdogra
- 124 Kms Siligurhi- 114 kms Kalempong - 75 Kms
Jalpaigurhi - 125 kms Calcutta - 724 Kms |
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Sikkim
( Land of Wild Orchids )
It is
one of the most enthralling regions in Himalayas. This hidden
valley of rice or "Bayul Demojong" as called by
the local people and is a tiny State of the Union territory
of India. It is inhabited by Nepalese, Lepchas, Bhutias,
Tibetans and surrounded by the Tibetan Plateau in the North,
Nepal in the West, Bhutan in the East and West Bengal along
its Southern border.
The awe inspiring Kanchanjunga peaks guards its valley,
turquoise lakes, steams and gorges. Its Capital is Gangtok
with its mysterious mist, fluttering prayer flags painted
pagoda roofed houses, rich culture heritage and its friendly
smiling people. SIKKIM offers to her visitors a rare and
singular experience of a life time.
Since
the major portion of SIKKIM has opened to both the domestic
and foreign visitors in recent time, one can experience
the most fascinating scenic beauty, breathtaking experience
and chilling white river water for River Rafting bonanza.
Darjeeling
Nestling
in the grandeur and beauty of snow-capped mountain ranges
of Kanchanjunga and lush green of Tea Gardens, highest Railway
station in the world lied the elegant the Town of Darjeeling
which is known as "Queen of the Hills". A holiday
resort of the Victoria Era and is still exudes its passed
grandeur, charm and majesty. It is colourful mixture of
people such as Nepalese, Sherpas, Lepchas, Bhutia and Tibetans.
From the Foot hills of Darjeeling runs Darjeeling Himalaya
Train affectionately known to railway enthusiasts and generation
of School Children "TOY TRAIN"