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Old 09-04-2007, 10:05 AM
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Default Gangtok
It ts the capital city of Sikkim. The name Gangtok means "HILLTOP". There is an excellent view of entire Kanchanjungha range. Gangtok became the capital of State only in mid 1800s but the town has gone rapid modernisation in the recent years.
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Default Namgyal Institute Of Tibetology
This institute was established in 1958 and promotes the research into the language and traditions of Tibet. There are also some rare collection of the relics of monks from the time of Ashoka, scripts, masks and sacred objects
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Default Orchid Sanctuary
This sanctuary surrounds the Institute where one can see the 454 species of orchids found in Sikkim.
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Default Tsuk-La-Khang
This is the principal place for Buddhists. It has it large collection of scriptures and hold other images of Buddha and Tantric deities.
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Default Enchey Gompa
Built in 1909, this place is famous for its religious dances performed in the month of January. One can have a beautiful view of complete Kanchanjungha Range from this place.
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Default Rumtek Gompa
It is 24 kms. from Gangtok. The monastery belongs to the KAGYU PA Order of Tibetian Buddhism. The recent structure of the monastery is built by Gyalwa Karmapa, which has got typical traditional design of Tibet. The religious dance of TSECHU is performed in the month of July. The dance depicts the events of Guru Rimpoche's life.
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Default Tsongo Lake
Recently, open for foreigners, this beautiful lake is located 34 kms. at north-east of Gangtok.
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Old 10-20-2007, 01:16 PM
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What is the best time to visit Gangtok and what are the modes available for reaching there ie sea, air or road
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