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Nestled amid the Himalaya, replete with monasteries, and dotted with cerulean lakes, Sikkim has all the potential to provide a visual feast. Here's all that awaits you in this mountainous state!

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00:00 Mountainous, remote and enchanting, Sikkim is one of the most beautiful states in India.
00:19 Its alpine landscape is packed with a wide variety of flora and fauna, rich culture,
00:24 undisturbed valleys and fabulous vistas.
00:27 Set at an altitude of 17,800 feet, the Gurudongmar Lake in North Sikkim is one of the highest
00:36 lakes in the world.
00:37 The lake also holds great religious significance as the water is believed to have healing powers.
00:43 Situated in the mountain valley of Lachung, the Yungang Valley, also known as Valley of
00:51 Flowers, is one of the prime attractions in Sikkim.
00:57 This valley is famous for its waterfalls, hot springs, meadows, exotic flora, dense
01:02 forests and a wondrous sight of the Himalaya.
01:06 The capital of Sikkim and its most visited city, Gangtok is serene, peaceful and never
01:14 fails to rejuvenate your soul.
01:17 The city not only offers unparalleled views of the snow-capped Kanchanjunga but is also
01:22 a foodie's paradise.
01:23 The famous Nathula connects Sikkim with Tibet and offers a serene and tranquil vibe.
01:32 Set at an altitude of 4,310 meters above sea level, the rugged beauty of this pass attracts
01:39 hordes of tourists every year.
01:42 A perfect combination of nature and spirituality, the Runteck Monastery is one of the largest
01:49 monasteries in Sikkim.
01:52 Also known as the Dharma Chakra Centre, the monastery is situated atop a lush green mountain
01:58 and boasts of one of the finest architectures in the world.
02:02 On the foothills of the majestic Kanchanjunga lies the small town of Pelling.
02:07 A glimpse of the glorious sunrise coupled with unrivaled views of India's highest peak.
02:13 If there's ever a heaven on earth, it's here.
02:18 A tourist town set between Gangtok and Pelling, Ravangla is renowned for its Buddha Park and
02:25 other Buddhist monasteries.
02:26 The Buddha Park features a 130-feet high golden Buddha statue that can be spotted from all
02:34 of southwest Sikkim.
02:36 From monasteries to trekking trails and even sprawling tea estates, Ravangla is truly a
02:42 slice of heaven.
02:43 One of the most popular tourist sites, the Songo or Chango Lake in East Sikkim is a spectacular
02:51 glacial lake at an altitude of 12,400 feet.
02:55 Embedded in steep and rugged mountain terrain, the lake remains covered in snow for most
03:01 of the year.
03:02 Hop onto your colourfully decorated yaks and mules to explore the lakeside.
03:07 Enjoy!
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