JIM'S INDIA TOUR
The Dream destination: Khecheopalri Monastery Village
November 21st, 2012 Sometimes on your travels, you end up in some strange place which you thought existed only in your dreams. Most times, such moments happened rather accidentally. You didn’t plan it. Everything falls into place as if it were controlled by some strange force. I have had very few such experiences. …Continue reading
Rumtek Monastery
November 13th, 2012 Rumtek Monastery is perched on a hill overlooking Gangtok.It is one of the most significant and largest monasteries in Gangtok. Built in the 16th century, the monastery served as the main seat of Karma Kagyu sect of Tibetan Buddhism for some time. But in recent times it has been in …Continue reading
Lal Bazaar, Gangtok: A glimpse of Sikkim’s Kitchen
November 7th, 2012 Lal Bazaar is the soul of Sikkim’s kitchen. It is where local women do their shopping and churn out recipes for their daily meals. Wandering through the vegetable market you are unconsciously taking a peek into Sikkim’s kitchen. Fresh vegetables and all sorts of items are being brought from all …Continue reading
Himalayan Zoological Park, Bulbuley
November 7th, 2012 This enclosure is the first of its kind in North-East India. It has been designed with the latest modern concept of ‘immersion exhibit’. While constructing the park, behavior of each individual species were kept in mind to provide their natural habitat. So it is a lot more difficult to spot …Continue reading
Football Uniting Sikkim
November 6th, 2012 Like most modern society trends and customs are fast evolving in Gangtok. Sikkim hasn’t produced too many sportsmen but that trend might soon change. I think the state’s new found passion for football owes itself to Bhaichung Bhutia, who was not long ago the captain of Indian Football team. Now …Continue reading
Ganesh Tok- The Best View of Gangtok
November 6th, 2012 Gangtok is sprawled over steep slopes and hills. It can only be seen in parts and bits. One of the best things you could do before exploring Gangtok is to get a whole picture of the town from Ganesh Tok, which is the highest point around Gangtok (6500ft). On a …Continue reading
Decoding Sikkim
November 5th, 2012 Sikkim was a bit of dilemma! From the people, to the food, to the culture and the religion there is immense diversity. It took me some time to settle in. The majority of settlers here are Nepalis. Though Lepchas are the original settles, they are considerably lesser in number. The …Continue reading
