| |
|
| |
| Sikkim
is the jewel of the Eastern Himalayas, spread below the
crowning glory of Mount Khangchendzonga, which is not
just a mountain but the Sikkimese deity of protection.
The 8596 Meters elevated summit, is the third highest
in the world. It is a difficult mountain to climb, because
of the unpredictable |
 |
|
| weather and winds.
The Sikkimese, believe that it is not meant to be climbed, but
only worshipped; as it is the abode of five treasures of the
snows. In deference to local sentiments, no expedition has set
foot on the summit- but remained a few meters below. Now the
Sikkim government has totally banned climbing expeditions. The
Gochela Trek offers a superb alternative. The route traverses
through forests and alpine meadows, to reach the 5000 Meters
high view point, at Gochela (the lock pass). A depression, between
Mount Pandim, and a spur of the Kabru Peak form the pass. It
looks down into the Talung |
 |
Valley, with the mighty Talung Glacier, winding its way
down below. One is surrounded by great white peaks- Khangchendzonga,
8596 M, Simvo, 6811 M, Sinolchu, 6888 M, Pandim, 669I,
Kabru, 7338 M, and Rathang, 6087 M. The awe inspiring
sight, instills a feeling of standing in the very lap
of Khangchendzonga, and gazing up at its face. |
|
| |
| |
| Sr.No |
Name
of Important Trek |
Places
Covered |
Suitable
Month for Trek |
| |
|
|
|
| 1. |
Monastic Trek |
Pemayangtse - Sangacholing -
Khechopalri - Dubdi - Sinon - Tashiding - Ralong. |
March - May / Oct - Dec |
| |
|
|
|
| 2. |
Rhododendron Trek |
Naya Bazar - Hilley / SorengVarsey
- Dentam - Pemayangtse. |
March - May |
| |
|
|
|
| 3. |
Khangchendzonga Trek |
Yuksom - Bakhim - Tsokha - Dzongri
- Thangshing / Bikbari - Zemathang / Chaurigang - Goechala
- Rathong Glacier & back. |
Mid March- Mid June Oct - Dec. |
| |
|
|
|
| 4. |
Coronation Trek |
Rumtek - Sang - Yangang - Rabongla
- Tashiding - Yuksam. |
Oct - Dec. |
| |
|
|
|
| 5. |
Kasturi Orar Trek |
Yuksom - Dzongri - Thangsing
Kusturi Orar - Labdong - Sinon Tashiding. |
Mid March - Mid June Oct - Dec. |
|
| |
| |
| |
| Copyrights reserved 2007.
Sikkim Travel |
Disclaimer |
Designed by: Ambest Media |
|
|
|
|
