Gangtok, means 'lofty hills' is the capital of the Himalayan state Sikkim. This charming hill station abounds in nature's treasures. Whispering woods, silent valleys, elegant pine trees dotted on various ridges, snow-capped ranges of enchanting Kanchenjunga, the alpine vegetation have made it a beautiful picture gallery where wearied travellers take shelter to untangle their tired nerve. The city has a large number of tourist attraction which drow people from all around the world to this wonderful hill station.
Climate
Summer maximum temperature is 14°C to 25°C and winter temperature is 1°C to 16°C.
Tourist Season
September to May
Accommodation
Hotels and Private Cotages are available which suit all budgets
General Information Of Gangtok
Area: 25 km (10 sq. mi) Population: 29,162 Languages: Tibetann Nepali,Bhutia and Hindi Temperature: 14°C to 25°C in summer 1°C to 16°C in winter
Tourist Attraction in or Near by Gangtok
Himalaya Zoological Park
This park exhibits the wide species of Himalayan Fauna
Nathula
Nathula is a mountain pass situated is a 56 km from gangtok. Nathula is covered with rich varities of alpine flaura and fauna.
Jorethang
Jorethang is the pleasant market town jorethang is situated 30 km north of Darjeeling.
Accessibility
Road Distance from Gangtok to (in kms)
Kalimpong to Gangtok: 80 km Darjeeling to Gangtok: 94 km Siliguri to Gangtok: 110 km Pilling to Gangtok: 125 km Nathula to Gangtok: 56 km
Nearest Airport
For Gangtok is Bagdogra distance by 124 km.
Nearest Railway Station
For Gangtok is Jalpaiguri distance by 125 km.
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