Gangtok
is a bewitching hill-station located amidst the multiple-hued mountains
of Sikkim. Being the capital, Gangtok is the hub of all political and
legal activities of Sikkim. The literal meaning of 'Gangtok' is
'hilltop'. Located in the lower Himalayas, Gangtok is a perfect
destination to spend some quality moments in solitude. To confine the
beauty of this city in words would be equivalent to say get the sea into
a vessel.
The natural splendor of this beautiful city is ever enchanting and
mesmerizing. Perched at an altitude of 1,870m, Gangtok is certainly an
impeccable tourist destination that has ample of places to see inside as
well as around the city. Gangtok amidst the lofty mountains seems as if,
it is conversing with the clouds. Steep Mountain slopes along with lush
rice terraces, encircled by graceful, babbling, foaming rivers, just add
to the beauty of Gangtok.
Being the capital of Sikkim and headquarters of East Sikkim district,
Gangtok commands the official and political reasons of the state.
Eventually, in the past few years, Gangtok has emerged as a bustling
tourist destination. Gangtok is certainly an exceptional place, where
natural beauty and cultural heritage can be seen simultaneously.
Restraining Gangtok in lexis would be doing injustice to its beauty, so
come to Gangtok and feel the heavenly experience for yourself.