Sikkim Silk Route

[...] Nathula Pass is a mountain pass in Eastern Sikkim, on the Indo-Chinese border that serves as the trade link [...]

[...] Tsomgo Lake or Changu Lake is perched within mountains at an altitude of 12,400 ft. Located at Gangtok – Nathula Highway [...]

[...] of the world. Nearly, 70 kms from Gangtok, crossing the azure blue Tsomgo Lake (also known as Changu Lake) and the new Baba Harbhajan Mandir, the road is an adventure itself. The border checkpost at [...]

[...] tour has several such high altitude beautiful lakes and one of the most beautiful is surely the Kupup Lake. Locally called Bitan Cho, it is one of the most sacred lakes of Sikkim, with high mountains [...]

[...] ), the middle one is called Green Lake (not the one in North Sikkim) and the farthest one is Kupup Lake (also known as Elephant Lake or Bitang Cho) at 13066 feet above sea level. From the viewpoint [...]

[...] Menmecho Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes of Sikkim at an altitude of 12,500 feet. Surrounded by [...] pine forests and deep slopes. More about Menmecho Lake [...]

[...] with magnificent views of Mt. Kanchenjungha, the Old Baba Mandir and the distant view of Menmecho Lake are some of the interesting spots around Kupup Lake. Accommodation in Kupup Lake: There is no [...]

[...] Thambi View Point offers a panoramic view of Mt. Kanchenjungha. Located at a distance of 14 kms from Zuluk. More about Thambi View [...]

[...] Lake Point located at an altitude of 13600 feet on the way to Menmecho from Gangtok gives a panoramic view of the endless stretches of the barren Tibetan plateau with four emerald lakes dotted within [...]

[...] -shaped deep blue lake is a treat to the eye from a distance. You would get the best panoramic view of the lake after crossing it on the way to New Baba Mandir. During winters the lake [...]

[...] stopover to other species of migratory birds. Accommodation in Changu Lake: There is no accommodation option at Changu Lake. Best time to visit Changu Lake: During winters (From January to mid May) [...]

[...] other days of the week, it closes by 1:30 pm. Accommodation in Nathula Pass: There is no accommodation option at Nathula Pass for tourists. Best time to visit Nathula Pass: Nathula Pass experiences [...]

[...] some of the interesting spots around Kupup Lake. Accommodation in Kupup Lake: There is no accommodation option at Kupup Lake at present. However, one homestay is coming up soon. Best time to visit [...]

[...] Baba Mandir is a distinguished sightseeing place of Sikkim. Old baba Mandir (Bunker) and New Baba Mandir. More about Baba mandir [...]

[...] a distance. You would get the best panoramic view of the lake after crossing it on the way to New Baba Mandir. During winters the lake remains wrapped in ice, along with its surrounding region. The [...]

[...] Green Lake (not the one in North Sikkim) and the farthest one is Kupup Lake (also known as Elephant Lake or Bitang Cho) at 13066 feet above sea level. From the viewpoint of the Four Lake Point, Kupup [...]

[...] and valleys bordering it. Owing to its resemblance to elephant, Kupup Lake is also known as Elephant Lake. What to see in Kupup Lake: The amazing view of the lake will make you feel that nothing could [...]

[...] Located few kilometers from Nathang Valley at an altitude of 13700 feet, this abandoned Army Bunker perched on a [...]