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Zero-point |
Today my destination is Yamthang valley and zero points. Yamthang valley popularly known as the "Valley of a flower".It is also famous for the Shingba Rhododendron sanctuary, where twenty-four species of the rhododendron are there.
Red-colored Rhododendron Flower |
Yumthang Valley:
The Yumthang Valley or Sikkim valley is located in the North Sikkim district of Sikkim state of India. Yumthang valley is at an elevation of 11693 feet from sea level.
I was hiring a taxi from Gangtok and it takes 5 to 6 hours from Gangtok. Before reached Gangtok I caught a private taxi from New Jalpaiguri station. I stayed three-star hotel which is charged around $29.You also hiring a flight It takes time 1hr 10 minutes.
Yumthang Valley |
I arrived in Yumthang valley in March month. The flowering season is from late February and to mid-June. When countless flowers bloom its looks like to carpet the valley in the multicolored rainbow.
Valley of Flowers |
Yumthang Valley is closed from December to February due to heavy snowfall. A tributary of river Teesta is flowing the Yumthang Valley and the town of Lachung.
Valley of Flowers |
The mesmerizing beauty attracted tourists all over the world. The Rhododendron flowers are very beautiful. I captured two types of Rhododendron flowers which were very beautiful.
Rhododendron Flower |
Yumthang Valley |
After traveling to Yumthang valley started my journey towards Zero points. The other beautiful place in North Sikkim.
Zero-point:
Zero-point stands at an altitude 15300 feet above sea level. In the winter season, it's almost snow-covered mountain surroundings.
Zero-point |
Zero-point is located between India to China border. Tourists need permission to come here. It takes time to reach Zero point two hours from Yumthang Valley. After reaching Zero- points I was just perplexed and thrilled.
Zero-point |
There are no civilian roads beyond the place thas why it is called Zero-Point. I was just spellbound in awe of nature's beauty.
Zero-Point |
Zero-point |
Zero-point and Yumthang valley are romantic places in Sikkim It can be a honeymoon destination also.
Zero-point |
So I gathered all the charming experiences in my memory. I memorized the enchanting beauty, Rhododendron flowers, snow-covered hill, and beautiful atmosphere, and many more.
Snow-covered Zero point |
North Sikkim is a beautiful traveling destination. You can go also. I think you can enjoy it just like me.
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