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GANGTOK : The capital of Sikkim.
Gangtok, has emerged into the mainstream of the Tourism Industry, with more and more tourist visiting this little Himalayan state every year. Gangtok has developed into a cosmopolitan flavour where old-world charm and hospitality exist along with the Internet Age.

With different cultures and religion existing in perfect harmony, Gangtok has shown that "Unity in Diversity" exists in Sikkim. Sikkimese have strong bonding with their age-old traditions and customs. However, a quick survey of Gangtok shows that the bubble of modernization has burst with a bang in the town. The capital is definitely not behind the rest of the world in terms of urbanization - Broad roads, flyovers, posh markets, state-of-art hospital, educational institutes, fast food outlets, discothues, and all other modern amenities that the heart can desire for. Nearest Airport Bagdogra.

Prime Sites :
Rumtek Monastery - 24 kms from Gangtok, a drive through beautiful countryside takes one to Rumtek Dharma Chakra Centre built in 1960's by His Holiness the late 16th Gyalwa Karmapa when he took refuge in Sikkim after the Chinese attack. It is an excellent replica of the original Kagyu headquarters in Tibet. It houses some of the world's most unique art objects, ancient manuscripts and icons.

Tsuklakhang - The Royal Chapel, is within the palace grounds. It is the principal place of worship and assembly and the repository of a vast collection of Buddhist scriptures.

Changu Lake - With an average depth of 50 ft, this lake is situated at an altitude of 12,000 ft on the Gangtok - Nathu-la highway. Cameras are not allowed to carry on this route.