Sikkim, a mountainous region in the eastern Himalayas, is surrounded by the Tibetan Plateau, Nepal, Bhutan, Bengal, the awe-inspiring Kanchanjunga peaks which is the third highest in the world, surround its emerald valleys, sapphire lakes, and crystal-clear streams and gorges.
Sikkim possesses bountiful biodiversity. The area's150 lakes is teeming with over 4000 species of flowering plants, making it a botanist's paradise.
It also hosts over 600 species of orchids, and more than 40 species of rhododendrons.
Another is its 600 species of birds, which is around half of the over 1200 species to be found in India.
Amidst the grandeur of the mountain peaks, lush green valleys cascading waterfalls and fast flowing rivers, beautiful monasteries and terraced hills, Sikkim offers her visitor a rare, exotic and engaging experience.
Set against the majestic backdrop of the great Himalayas, there is lovely greenness everywhere - evergreen woods, firs and pines. Sikkim surely offers enjoyable experience to visitors.
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