Sikkim
“Sikkim – The Switzerland Of the East”
Sikkim offers unparalleled beauty. Hilltop monasteries, sleepy hamlets tucked away in the rolling valleys, prayer flags fluttering in the breeze – that’s Sikkim- Switzerland of the East. Sikkim is a popular tourist destination, owing to its culture, scenery and biodiversity. The most widely accepted origin theory of the name Sikkim is that it is a combination of two Limbu words: su, which means “new”, and khyim, which means “palace” or “house”. Sikkim’s capital and largest city is Gangtok. It also has the only open land border between India and China. Sikkim’s economy is largely dependent on agriculture and tourism.
Popular Tourist Places in Sikkim1. Monasteries :- In testament to the fact that Sikkim is a marvelous place for meditation, almost 200 monasteries dot the divine hilltops. The most visited monasteries in Sikkim are Rumtek (overlooking Gangtok), Pemayangtse (near Pelling in West Sikkim), and Tashiding (also in West Sikkim). 2. Yuksom and the Dzongri Trail:- Sikkim is a trekker’s paradise. The trek from Yuksom to Dzongri Peak, and further on to Goecha Peak if you’re up for the challenge, is the most popular trek in Sikkim. It passes through the unspoiled forests, magnificent rhododendron gardens, and powerful rivers of Kachenjunga National Park. 3. Teesta River Rafting:- River rafting is the latest adventure activity to arrive in Sikkim, and the Teesta River offers some world class opportunities. The Rangeet River, with its more turbulent waters, also offers advanced rafting opportunities from Sikip-Jorethang-Majitar-Melli. The best time for rafting in Sikkim is from March to May and October to December. 4. Flora and Fauna Sanctuaries:- Sikkim is renowned for its astounding variety of birds, animals, and flowers – over 450 species of birds, 400 species of butterflies, 450 varieties of orchids, and 40 species of rhododendron. Two of the best places to see them are the Deorali Orchid Sanctuary in south Gangtok & Kyongnosia Alpine Sanctuary around an hour from Gangtok on the way to Tsomgo Lake and Nathu La. 5. Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple:- Up the hills, close to Nathula pass, there is a temple dedicated to an Indian soldier Harbhajan Singh, who died years ago on duty. Till date the soldiers’ community believe that his unsatisfied soul still guards the border in service of the country and guide his fellow soldiers about the ensuing dangers. His shoes, bed and water bottles are worshipped by the army men on duty there. To see this legendary Baba Harbhajan temple, you need to visit Gangtok. Nestled in the Himalayan foothills, quaint sleepy town is the capital of Sikkim. Stare at the sunrises and the sunsets beyond the misty peaks, sit on the edge of the river Teesta. |
Government Museum, Chennai is a multi-purpose State Government Museum located in Egmore, which is the heart of the city, spreading to an area of 16.25 acres of land. Six independent buildings in this Museum campus has 46 galleries.The museum contains exhibits ranging from contemporary artifacts to prehistorical findings. Sculptures and bronzes of various periods, sections for zoology, anthropology and geology impress every visitor. Buddhist sculptures found in the Amaravathi section depict the events recorded in the life of the Buddha.
Nilgiri Mountain Railway is a railway in Tamil Nadu. This railway still relies on its fleet of steam locomotives. The famous Hindi song “Chal Chhaiyya Chhaiyya..” from the movie “Dil Se” was shot on the roof top of Nilgiri Mountain Railway.
Local people and tourists have led a demand for steam locos to once again haul this section. The ‘Nilagiri Passenger’ train covers a distance of 42 KM, travels through 208 curves, 16 tunnels & 250 bridges. The uphill journey takes around 4.8 hours and the downhill journey takes 3.6 hours. There are 5 stations between Mettupalayam and Coonoor – Kallar, Adderley, Hill Grove, Runnymede and Kateri – and, at one time, there were five between Coonoor and Ooty too. The train’s speed is averages 10.4 km/ hour and is perhaps the slowest in India
The colossal temples of Tamilnadu are the special highlights of the state. The temples were constructed in the early centuries by skilled craftsmen. The high rising and stupendous gopurams and the intricately carved and designed mandapas are representative of the stunning craftsmanship of the artisans who structured the temples. The following are the 5 most reputed Temples of Tami Nadu:
Tripura is a state of natural beauty. Hills and valleys provide panoramic view of the rest of the country around. Connected with the rest of the country through a single road it runs through the hills. Rivers flow in the valleys of Tripura bestowing it’s a picturesque look. Hot and humid, Tripura has only two pleasant months, September & October. Tripura is one of the North Indian states that has started attracting tourism recently for its history, culture and incomparable flora and fauna. Places to Visit in Tripura include its spectacular cities & archeological sites too.
This Museum is a store houses of priceless pieces that testify the beauty and intricacy involved in the quintessential arts and crafts of Tripura. Sited in the capital city, Agartala. This museum is endowed with 4 galleries, namely the:
Some of the famous places in West Bengal are Kolkata, Murshidabad, Durgapur, Vishnupur, Shantinekatan, Darjeeling and Kalimpong. Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, Birla Planetarium, National Library, Zoolical Garden, Dakshineswar Temple, Belur Math and Kalighat are some of the renowned tourist destinations of Kolkata. Some of the other popular sites of tourist attractions include Asiatic Society, Ashutosh Museum of Indian Art, Birla Industrial & Technological Museum, Nehru Children’s Museum, Academy of Fine Arts and many more.