Gangtok

Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim is one of the most beautiful cities of Northeastern India. Relatively unexplored, unspoiled, this is one city you should not miss.

1. Food: If you are a beer lover, you must try the millet beer. The drink is a specialty of this city and is made locally.The Sikkimese cuisine is an amalgamation of Tibetan, Bhutanese and Indian cuisine. Go beyond momos and relish the wide variety of local delicacies made out of nettle, fern and bamboo shoot.

2. Music: Do not miss the live gigs of Sikkimese youth playing at the clubs. The youth here are ardent music lovers and they are passionate about live musical performances.

3. Changu Lake: Make sure you visit Tsongmo or ChanguLake, a beautiful frozen lake which lies 12,000 feet above sea level.Changu lake leads to Nathu-La pass which connects the state to China’s Tibet region. This mountain pass has a political history and should be visited only on permit. Forbidden ones are the most exciting to visit.

4. Rumtek Monastery: Do not forget to visit the Rumtek monastery, which was built in the 18th century. This Buddhist monastery is one of a kind.

5. River Rafting: Gangtok’s adventure sports are just perfect if you want your trip to be memorable. River-rafting is the most exciting form of outdoor activity you must experience.