Interesting and fun facts about Sikkim | Historical Facts

Sikkim is one of the most beautiful states of India. It is a state surrounded by mountains and plaintiffs. Sikkim has the world’s third highest mountain peak, but do you know everything about Sikkim? Let us tell you interesting things about Sikkim.

Amazing, History, Famous Fun Facts About Sikkim For Tourists and Kids

Here is a list of Interesting and Unknown and omg facts about Sikkim  as well as In this article, you can also read some historical facts and general information about the Sikkim  such as facts about culture, history, government rule, total population of the Sikkim State.
Sikkim is the 22nd state of India which is a part of the mountain range of the Himalayas. It is the second least populous state in the country and located in the northeast part. Did you know that Sikkim became part of India in 1975?
It is surrounded by West Bengal from the south, Bhutan in the southeast, Nepal on the west and the north-eastern part of the Tibet Autonomous Region of China. It is a very popular tourist destination because it has beautiful mountains, deep valleys, and biodiversity. Sikkim’s largest city and capital is Gangtok.

When Sikkim became part of India: India got independence in 1947, while Sikkim used to identify a separate country till 1974. In 1975, the Prime Minister of Sikkim requested the Indian Parliament that he wants to become part of India and that necessary steps should be taken for it. Eventually, Sikkim became India’s 22nd state on May 16, 1975.

1. The abundance of people of Nepalese origin: Sikkim is the only state in India where locals are native to different countries. Yes, most people living in Sikkim are of Nepali origin.
2. International Flower Festival: International floral festival is organized every year from March to May in Sikkim. There are 600 types of flowers in this small state, and 240 types of trees and plants.
3. Sikkim is one of the richest naturally states of India.
4. Birds of Paradise: Sikkim is like a paradise for birds. 552 species of birds are found in Sikkim, and 690 species of insect mites and Himalayan vulture keeps its unique identity.
5. Bhumchu: Bhumchu is sacred water of Sikkim, making people holy. In the Tashiding Buddhist monastery, people are sanctified by bhumchu water. This is the old tradition here.
6. Chang: Chang is the local wine here, which is drunk on a special occasion. This wine is made from bamboo.
7. Natural Spa: Sikkim has an abundance of hot water sources, in which you can refresh yourself by bathing. Sikkim is always cold, it is a big relief.
8. Thangka painting: Thangka painting is the local art of Sikkim, which is associated with Buddhist culture. It depicts the victory of goodies on evils.
   
9. Temple of Baba Harbhajan Singh: There are thousands of temple-monasteries in Sikkim, but the worship of human beings belongs to Baba Harbhajan only. Baba Harbhajan is known as the hero of Nathula, who kept his life in danger and kept the Chinese soldiers away and saved a lot of soldiers.
10. Siddheshwar Dham: On the Solopok hill near Namchi, there is a 108 ft long statue of Lord Shiva. This temple is one of the major tourist centers of Sikkim. This temple of Sikkim is considered to be one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
    
11. Rumtek Buddhist Monastery: There is a wonderful Buddhist monastery in Rumtek, 23 km from Gangtok.Where is the statue of Gyalwa Karmapa situated.
    
12. Sikkim has the highest production of cardamom in India.
13. Ministry of religious places: Sikkim is the only state in India, where a separate ministry for the temple, mosque, church, and gurudwaras.The responsibility of maintenance of approximately 200 religious places is on this ministry.
14. Language: the Nepali language is spoken in Sikkim in abundance. The official language is English. Not only that many local languages are spoken in Sikkim. There are many people who speak Hindi too in Sikkim.
15. Danny Denzongpa: Who does not know Danny Denzongpa? Danny has done more than 150 movies in Bollywood, Hollywood, Bangla, and Nepali cinema.
    
16. Cleanest State Award under Clean India 2010-11: Cleanliness in Sikkim is the responsibility of all. Sikkim has been awarded the cleanest state award by the Government of India for the year 2010-11.
17. In Sikkim, Kanchenjunga (8579 meters) is the third highest peak in the world.
18. Sikkim is one of the few selected places in the country where always snow falls. If you want to enjoy the snowfall then go on vacation in Sikkim.

Tourist Places of Sikkim

Gangtok – This city is situated at an altitude of 1800 meters above sea level. The natural scene here is very beautiful.If this small and well-liked city is called a city of caves, it will not be wrong. In history, it is found that in 1716 AD this city was established for the study of caves. It has a total of 140 caves. Since the merger of Sikkim in India, the attraction of Sikkim has increased rapidly in tourists.

Enchey Monastery or Cave – This monastery was established in 1840.
Here is the beautiful, magnificent, statue, library of Goddess Deities. Lord Budha’s talent can also be seen at Deer Park, near here. Its foundation stone was laid on February 10, 1957, and inaugurated by then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in October 1958.

Phodong Monastery – This monument is located 40 km north of Gangtok. Recently it was rebuilt. This monument is incomparable in terms of beauty. Paintings and graffiti here put four moons in its beauty.

Rumtek Cave – This cave is one of the best caves in the world. It is located in north direction at a distance of 37 km from Gangtok. After the demolition of the monastery in earthquake created by IV Chogyal, a new Buddhist monastery was built in Rumtek.
Buddhist Vihar – It is said that this Buddhist monastery was built in the 17th century. Mahaguru Paradise, made of wood by the effort of 5 years, is also amazing. This is an enjoyable place for tourists who want tracking.

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