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Splendid Environment of Lachung and Lachen, Sikkim

By Anooppt @anoopppt
Splendid Environment of Lachung and Lachen, Sikkim Lachung The beauty that nestles within the ambience of Himalaya is often accompanied by splendour of nature and Lachung is not an exception. Situated at the North eastern side of Indian state of Sikkim the Lachung is amongst the most splendid arena where you would witness the chasm of brilliant atmosphere. Nurtured by the tributaries of river Teesta, Lachen and Lachung River the area here is so colossal and enduring that the sole endeavour of yours would find its classical meaning. The literal meaning of Lachung is small pass and it coincide its boundary with Tibet. As far as tourism is concerned than Lachung is more than just a pristine hill station because the surrounding glaciers and Himalayas has made this place an affluent source of tourism. Owing to its importance the Government of India has taken an initiative to boost the tourism sector here along with state tourism department and state authority. Traveller must understand that before the annexation of Tibet by China the Lachung had mutual trade relation with Tibet but later on the same exercise was stopped and the trade route between Lachung and Tibet was closed. Traveller comes here during the time of October and may to understand the natural symphony of the place which is dominated by the compassion of Yumtahng valley and Lachung monastery. Beside that the diversity here which is lived by the tradition of Lepcha, Nepali and Bhutia comes in together to color the snowflakes of Lachung. Lachen Another magnificent charisma of Nature the Lachen is yet another Himalayan beauty where traveler hops in to admire the tranquil environment of North eastern part of Sikkim. The literal meaning of Lachen is big pass and the elevation it commands is even higher than that of Lachung. Tourism being a main prospect here the government of state along with tourism department has measured all the basic elements to suit the affluence of the place. The beautiful town here fits in like a jewel of a crown and from here one can enjoy the panoramic view of the entire surroundings. The people living here reflect the culture of the Sikkim’s people and the diversified tradition here relates the warmth of hospitality. Come here during the time of Novemeber to June unveil the mystique glory of the place because the trekking trails here meet the expectation of the adventure lovers. Lachen beside its abundance of Himalayan visage is renowned for its wildlife environment so come here to witness the classic affair of nature with its subordinates because the pristine valley of Lachen is designed to measure the level of tourist perspective. How to Reach By train- the nearest railway station to both Lachen and Lachung is new jalpaiguri railway station which is located at a distance of around 120 km from Sikkim and it will take around 3 and half hour to reach Sikkim. By air- the nearest airport is Bagdogra airport and it is located at a distance of around 200 km and it will again take around 4 hour to reach Sikkim.

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