Yuksam,an upcoming tourist destination of Sikkim

Yuksam, a diverse tourist village of Sikkim

Said to be the Shangrila of the Himalayas, Yaksum lives up to all the expectations that are made from such a divine place.
Located on the outskirts of the Khangchendzonga National Park, Yuksam is full of natural beauty, which makes it a favorite among trekkers.
In fact, several trekking trails across Sikkim pass through Yuksam.
The thick forests here are home to a wide variety of wildlife and birds, such that are hard to find even in the northern stretch of the Himalayas.
From the point of tourism, Yuksam is still developing and plenty of hotels are not available yet as they are in the other parts of Sikkim.

Best time to visit Yuksam, Sikkim

Mid-February-May and mid-September-December

Reaching to/Travel to Yuksam, Sikkim
By air
The Bagdogra airport in Siliguri, West Bengal is the closest airport (145 km).

By rail
New Jalpaiguri is the nearest railway station (140 km).

By road
Yuksam is accessible by road from all parts of Sikkim as well as from cities like Kolkata, New Delhi and Guwahati.

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Hotels and Resorts in/around Yuksam,Sikkim

Tashi Ghang Hotel
Local Lodges and guesthouses

Things to do/ Places to visit while at Yuksam, Sikkim

Dubdi Monastery
Kathok
Khecheopalri Lakes
Norbugang
Khangchendzonga National Park

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adminEastern India, Sikkim5 Jan, 2009