What is Sikkim famous for?
Natural Beauty: Be it the lush green forests or the gushing streams of waterfalls, Sikkim has been mesmerising its visitors with many scenic vistas. The lakes like the Gurudongmar Lake and the Tsomgo Lake also add more to its natural beauty and make it one of the most scenic destinations for vacationers.

The colourful flora and fauna available here makes sure that you stumble upon numerous beautiful backdrops. 

Adventure Activities: Exhibiting the natural beauty of the splendid Himalayas, Sikkim is located in the north rastern part of India. Apart from being a very famous and beautiful tourist destination, the state is also home to an array of adventures and adrenaline rushing activities.

Be it ice skating on frozen lakes or camping on the sheets of snow, this dreamy location is loaded with numerous entertainment options. Other activities which can be enjoyed here include paragliding, rafting, trekking and much more. 

The Himalayan Region: The himalayan region of Sikkim has been a very famous aspect of this state. The colourful valleys spread amidst the foothills of the Himalayas have been a go to spot for camping enthusiasts and trekkers. Not only do you get to marvel at the mesmerising views, but many natural locations like Pelling and Yuksom also let you try your hands on an array of adrenaline rushing activities.

Buddhism: Dotted with numerous monasteries and being a religious spot for various Buddhists, Sikkim has been a Buddhist state since the eighth century. The Buddhist saint Padmasambhava travelled through Tibet around that time, and traces of which affected Sikkim as well. People here are very calm and simple and the same is the life here as well.

The famous tourist destinations like Rumtek Monastery and Khecheopalri Lake attract an array of travellers due to their religious significance. The tibetian style Buddhist gompas tend to be a very beautiful backdrops for some memorable pictures.

Prayer Flags: Many people might have seen those small prayer flags which are wrapped on a rope and are of five different colours. Since Sikkim is a Buddhist destination, finding those here is a very easy job. Each of the five colours are dedicated to five major elements of our lives.

The yellow stands for earth, green for water, red for fire, white for air and blue for space. On the flags, the “Om Mani Padme Hum” is written, which is considered to be very auspicious. People from various corners visit here to shop for these items.
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