North Sikkim

North-Sikkim is a district located in the state of Sikkim. Out of the four districts of Sikkim, North-Sikkim is largest and the least populated. It is also the district headquarter of Mangan. North-Sikkim offers an amazing view of scenic beauty with its landscape full of majestic mountains, dense forests, several delightful waterfalls and of course the weather. The peaks of the Himalayas can be seen from here, especially the peak of the Kanchenjunga, the highest peak of the Himalayas. North-Sikkim is generally restricted to tourists and travellers due to its location on the India - China border. You would need permits in order to vacation there.

Beautiful wildflowers and flowering trees that habitat the area surrounding the streams and rivers only add to its alluring charm. The Khangchendzonga National Park is one of the major attractions in North-Sikkim. The Red Panda is a native of North-Sikkim. It is the State Animal of Sikkim. The Shingba Wildlife Sanctuary is also based here. North-Sikkim is an unique destination and promises to give you a very different experience than any other vacation. You can either communicate in English or Hindi as the travel guides and drivers are well versed in both these languages.

The cuisine of the area remains pretty constant in constant across the state in terms of ingredients, styles and popular items. The towns are differentiated very slightly in terms of food with a few delicacies in or out of the menu. Momos and a variety of Thukpa remain staple while you can try a number of fermented foods here such as Gundruk and Sinki, Chhurpi soup, Tama curry and Masauyra Curry.
tease your taste buds a little with the pickles available here such as Shimi ko Achar, Silam ko Achar, Sidra ko Achar and more. Other preparations include Khalo Dal, Saelroti, Sishnu Soup, Chang and more.
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The top places near to North sikkim are Gangtok which is 19 km from North sikkim, Darjeeling which is located 57 km from North sikkim, West sikkim which is located 35 km from North sikkim, Kalimpong which is located 49 km from North sikkim, Zuluk which is located 36 km from North sikkim

The top things to do in North sikkim are Gurudongmar Lake, Lachung, Yumthang Valley, Lachen, Cholamu Lake, Thangu Valley. You can see all the places to visit in North sikkim here

The packages for North sikkim start at INR 12000 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

North-Sikkim is not very conveniently linked to other cities and towns. The nearest major airport to which is connected to the major cities in the country is the Bagdogra airport which is 125 km away. You can find shared jeeps, buses and taxis to travel from Bagdogra to North-Sikkim.
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The cuisine of the area remains pretty constant in constant across the state in terms of ingredients, styles and popular items. The towns are differentiated very slightly in terms of food with a few delicacies in or out of the menu. Momos and a variety of Thukpa remain staple while you can try a number of fermented foods here such as Gundruk and Sinki, Chhurpi soup, Tama curry and Masauyra Curry.
tease your taste buds a little with the pickles available here such as Shimi ko Achar, Silam ko Achar, Sidra ko Achar and more. Other preparations include Khalo Dal, Saelroti, Sishnu Soup, Chang and more.
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The best time to visit North Sikkim is the months of May to September. The temperature is moderate with a maximum of 28-30 degree celcius. The weather in North Sikkim is most definitely cold or at least cool at all times. It experiences mild to heavy rainfall during the months of July and September. The weather during the winters is very harsh with the temperatures falling to sub-zero and it is not advisable to visit this town during this time. However, while planning your trip to this spectacular region, your itinerary will help you decide exactly which season is best for your visit, though many are of the belief that the summer months of April and May provide the best outcomes for trips to this region.

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North-Sikkim is an ideal destination for those who strive in nature and all its ways. The weather is usually chilly so this is no place for summer people. Also, the connectivity to other cities and towns is not good. Adventure seekers will be the happiest here.

Entry is usually restricted for tourists.

It's extremely beautiful and threatens to take your breath away.