The next time you're in Ravangla or Namchi, don't skip a tea-tasting tour to this quaint hub of rare Sikkim tea

We would travel all the way to Gangtok just to spend time at Rachna Books!

Dzongu in North Sikkim is the stairway to heaven and a true delight for the solo traveller

A village cooperative produces handcrafted paper products using an ancient method. And they make for stunning gifts.

Praying and living together has led to easy spread of infection among the monks in India's Buddhist monasteries

A tour of the holy caves will take you through scenic countryside and adventurous routes

The flowering season of Sikkim usually coincides with the tourist season; hence do not miss a chance to enjoy the floral bonanza of the state

Apart from the traditional festivals, you will also find Sikkim celebrating festivals highlighting its natural beauty, culture and lifestyle

Ravangla in South Sikkim is dotted with pretty villages surrounded by alpine trees, and jaw-dropping views of the Himalayas.

People in Sikkim take part in each other’s festivals and experience religious harmony

The idyllic historical town of Yuksom, 40km from Pelling, is one of Sikkim's well-kept secrets. Here's a guide on doing Yuksom the right way

Himachal just had it first snowfall, and visuals ended up all over social media feeds. People couldn't get enough. Many of us have not seen snow ever, after all. If you are one such person, bookmark...

Sikkim has an amazing variety of lakes, some accessible by cars and some requiring high altitude treks, from crystal clear to snowbound, from encircled by verdant slopes to fed by glaciers.

Ravangla in Sikkim is the place to visit if you are looking for a quiet weekend break spent tasting award-winning tea, going on treks and visiting stunning monasteries

It is the only state with zero COVID-19 cases, so far