Nestled in the mystical valley and ringed out by the Himalayas, the capital of Sikkim is undoubtedly one of the most oft visited places in the North East. Perched at an altitude of 1700 m and still enjoying round the year mild temperate climate, Gangtok is famous for its scenic beauty and spectacular views of the Kanchendzonga. Once an important transit point for traders traverseing the Himalayan frontiers from Tibet to India, Gangtok today is a fairytale capital marked with balanced and precariously steep mountain slopes, lush rice terraces, swift flowing and foaming rivers and distant Himalayan peaks. Gangtok reflects unique ambience which derives from its happy blend of tradition and modernity. Alongside deeply felt presence of stupas and monasteries, Gangtok also look modern with its architecture of old and new reflecting in the town area. Yet Gangtok is a place where you can find peace and explore small villages and hamlets and rediscover its impeccable beauty.
Information and Facts:
| Place | : | Sikkim State. |
| Capital | : | Gangtok. |
| Population | : | 98.658 (2011). |
| Altitude | : | 1437 m. |
| Languages | : | Nepali, Sikkimese, Bhutia, Lepcha, Hindi and English. |
| Time Zone | : | IST (UTC +05:30). |
| Area | : | 25 km2 (10 sq miles). |
| Pin code | : | 737101. |
| Telephone Code | : | + 03592. |
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