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In the benign embrace of the mighty Mt. Kanchenjunga, lie the smallest and the least populated state of India which on the contrary inherits a strong heritage and culture from the glorious past. There’s a lot to see, feel and experience in this part of the country filled with natural bounty and cultural splendour. Its culture and heritage owe a lot to the prevalence of the monasteries too.

The Sikkimese arts and crafts inherited from past ages have a stronghold upon the present generations and enthrall the tourists to the core of their hearts. The splendid cultural heritage along with the Tibetan influence reflects through the handicraft items and the famous Thnagka paintings. These paintings depict the life of Lord Buddha and the beliefs of the Buddhists. At the same time these are used for meditative purposes. The tradition is also kept intact in the woolen carpets, wooden carvings and the handloom products.

Sikkim dances play a decisive role in attracting tourists every year as they very well mirror the rich and resplendent culture and heritage of the place. Sikkim has dances for every season and occasion and the masked dances are a favourite besides being inherited from the monasteries. Maruni, Tamang Chelo, Enchey Chaam, Chu Faat are a few to name, the former two being the popular dances of the Nepalese community. The festivals portray Sikkim in all its vitality and exquisiteness. This brings an occasion for them to shed off all sense of discrimination between the Nepalese and Buddhist communities and come together in all gaiety. Saga Dawa is one such festival which sings of the glory of Lord Buddha and encompasses three important stages of his life-his birth, enlightenment and his Nirvana. Lhabab Dhuechen, Drukpa Ksheshi and Losar are other festivals which are celebrated with a warm heart.

The most loved fast food of the present day desired by people of every age- Momos- are a dish of nowhere else but Sikkim. In addition to this, Thukpa, Kinema, Gundruk and Sinki have spread far and wide.

Being easily accessible by roadways and airways, Sikkim is becoming a hot-spot for all the tourists nowadays. The attractive tour packages too add flavour to the whole trip. The exclusive hotels with a calm and composed environment exuding hospitality at its best. So, if you want to have a complete taste of Indian heritage, Sikkim is one destination you ought to go to.

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