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River and Himalayan peaks in Yumthang Valley

Sikkim

Yumthang Valley

Yumthang Valley, in North Sikkim, blooms with rhododendrons and primulas each spring against a backdrop of snow-capped peaks. A short distance further lies Zero Point, a high-altitude viewpoint near the Chinese border, and the valley's natural hot springs.

Top Attractions

  • Rhododendron Sanctuary
  • Yumthang hot springs
  • Zero Point viewpoint

Best Time to Visit

March to June for rhododendron blooms; closed in heavy winter snow

How to Reach

About 140 km from Gangtok; requires a Protected Area Permit, typically arranged through a registered tour operator.

Gallery

Wooden bridge among rhododendrons in Yumthang Valley
Red rhododendrons at Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary, Yumthang
Lachung village and river valley, North Sikkim

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