subject: North East India: Surrender your Spirit to Nature [print this page] North East India: Surrender your Spirit to Nature
Visit the virgin land of north east India and you will surrender your spirit to the diversified beauty of this entire belt. This land of superb geographical diversity is surrounded by magnificent mountains, lush green vegetation and beautiful rivers.
Sikkim is one such place that houses the mighty Kangchenjunga, which boasts of being the third highest peak of the world. Moreover, rich flora fauna, colourful birds and ancient monasteries add to the beauty of the place. When it comes to shopping, you can find the market shops dotted with various handicrafts and famous paintings 'Thangkas' that are made on cotton canvas and framed with silk.
While enjoying trekking in Gangtok, Pelling, Yuksam, Namchi & Kelimpong you can also visit several tea / coffee / spice plantations. Coming to adventure activities, Sikkim welcomes archery & wildlife enthusiasts along with trekkers. Those who wish to explore more can head towards Temi Tea Garden, Tsomgo Lake, and Jawahar Lal Nehru Botanical Garden.
For religious minded people and especially for those who wish to explore the festive traditions of north east India Sikkim houses ancient monasteries like Pemayangtse, Phodang, Rumtek, Tashiding, Enchey & Phesang.
If you are interested in a nature sightseeing trip, Darjeeling is the place to be. Also known as the 'Queen of the Hills', Darjeeling offers green tea gardens and amazing views of Mt. Kanchenjunga for travellers. Places like Chowrasta, Observatory Hill, Lloyd's Botanical Garden and the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) are the highly frequented places in Darjeeling. These places altogether call for the finest relaxing holidays in India.
