The best Indian tourist place Yumthang Valley is our next
target. As its name suggests this place is famous valley located in Sikkim
State. Sikkim is full of amazing spots and Yumthang valley is one of them. Yumthang
is famous for picturesque location and breathtaking sights. Flora and fauna are
special attraction of valley. Some big names of flowers grown in this place are
Primulas, Iris and poppies. Rhododendron flower is the only flower that is
grown in Yumthang valley. The complete valley gets covered with rhododendrons flowers
in monsoon. Teesta River is flowing through this valley.
If you are attaining to this place then target the major
tourist spot Shingba Rhododendron Park. Once you reach here you can also attain
to another tourism location Lachung. You can get the route of Chungthang to
reach Shingba Park and for accommodation you can try for permanent guest house located
in valley.
Attraction of Yumthang Valley:
Hot Spring: Hill areas are chilled with temperature and visitors
will get similar conditions in Yumthang valley. However, the best scenic view
and plenty of hot springs are must attaining spot of valley. The hot springs of
valley are having best medicinal properties that mean if you take a dip in the
spring your skin ailments will get cure. The finest part of these springs are
they are always hot even in freezing temperature.
Singba Rhododendron Park: This sanctuary is spread in 43 sq
km area, but you have to move towards north direction of Sikkim to reach this
spot. Major population of valley is reaching this sanctuary on weekends and
special occasions.
Shiva Mandir: Valley of Flower is another name of Yumthang.
A temple of Lord Shiva located closer to Gangtok city is one more attraction of
valley. Feeling of a holy place between greenery, valley or natural beauty is
best. Temple of lord Shiva is spot where you should reach and take blessings.
Attaining to Yumthang Valley:
By Road: Yumthang valley is just 150 kms away from Gangtok (capital
city of Sikkim). Private taxis and buses are available for valley from Gangtok.
If you really want to enjoy the place then hire the jeep for your troop. Siliguri
is another also closer city to reach valley destination.
By Train: Jalpaiguri railway station is available that is
connected to some big stations of state. Siliguri is also the option having
connectivity to big cities. Trains for Siliguri and Jalpaiguri are available
from Chennai, New Delhi, Guwahati and some more places.
By Air: domestic airport of Siliguri is the only way to
reach Yumthang valley by air. Airport named as Bagdogra is located in outer
area of Siliguri. Big cities like Mumbai, Chennai, Delhi and Guwahati are
having frequent flights for Siliguri. Kolkata is the closest international
airport to reach Siliguri.