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India’s northeast region holds in charm in the hearts of travellers, with Sikkim being a major destination to satiate the wanderlust in you. It’s too difficult to not to fall in love with this gorgeous travel destination adorned with serene ambiance, enduring beauty, majestic Himalayas and spiritual sites. Apart from those popular travel destinations, there are also some striking offbeat places in Sikkim that are hidden and are yet to be discovered. In this blog, I have compiled a list of those unknown places to visit in Sikkim that are magical in every sort. Keep scrolling to know more!

• Bermiok 

Some 4-5 hours road drive from Gangtok, you will reach the village of Bermiok – a heritage site in Sikkim. Blessed with a beautiful a natural setting, it is a small village in the Western Sikkim. One of the major highlights of this offbeat destination in Sikkim is the surreal views of Kanchenjunga peak that one get to see from this village. The cascading waterfall of Sirijunga is another popular tourist site in Bermiok that treats tourists eyes. This place is popular for Sightseeing, Nature, Picnicking, Photography and Village Tours.

• Yumthang Valley

Yumthang Valley lies in the northern region of the state of Sikkim. Unknown tourism place to many, Yumthang is a flourishing reign of natural wonders. Blessed with towering snow-clad mountains, pristine streams, sprawling meadows, Yumthang Valley is a treat to every nature buff. Located at a height of 3500 m above the sea, Yumthang is also touted as the ‘Valley of Flowers’ of the east with a variety of flowers along with more than 24 species of Rhododendrons. The months of the monsoon is the period when the place blooms with all kinds of Himalayan florets like that of Cinquefoils, Cobra-Lilies, Primroses and more. This place is popular for Nature Tour, Sightseeing, Photography and Village Tour.

• Sumbuk

One of the most gorgeous hidden gems in northeast, Sumbuk is located in South Sikkim. Surrounded by affluent flora and fauna, the town is divided into two parts – Upper Sumbuk and Lower Sumbuk. Together, the town offers a distinctive holiday experience to travellers. From enticing gardens to river banks to ancient temples to nature, Sumbuk offers everything necessary for a great holiday experience. A not to miss attraction is the Peacock Breeding Forest in Lower Sumbuk. Here, you can expect to see some beautiful featured creatures like Peacock and Hornbill. This place is popular for Nature Tour, Sightseeing, Bird Watching and Photography.

• Borong 

Overlooking the snow-clad mountains and the natural grandeur, the village of Borong is a gem of a place ideal for offbeat sightseeing tour in Sikkim. Located at an elevation of 5800 ft above the sea level, Borong is known for ‘Borong Tsachu’ – a hot spring. The place is also an ideal offbeat destination in Sikkim for trekkers as few know that Borong is a part of one of the most enthralling treks in Sikkim that commence from Namchi or Damthang. Borong has some of pretty tourist places to visit in and around, these include Fatam Village, Barmeli Bridge and several monasteries like Borong and Ralong. One can relish also relish the surreal views of the Kanchenjunga peak from Borong. This place is popular for Trekking, Nature Tour, Sightseeing and Photography.

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Mehak Siwal