page_title: Tourism in India by state
section_title: Sikkim
hierarchical_section_title: Tourism in India by state / Sikkim
caption_attribution_description: English: dongmar lake
context_page_description: Tourism in India is economically very important and is growing rapidly. The World Travel & Tourism Council calculated that tourism generated ₹14.02 lakh crore or 9.6% of the nation's GDP in 2016 and supported 40.343 million jobs, 9.3% of its total employment. The sector is predicted to grow at an annual rate of 6.8% to ₹28.49 lakh crore by 2027. Various states and union territories of India attract tourists due to diversity among them.
context_section_description: Originally known as Suk-Heem, which in the local language means "peaceful home". Sikkim was an independent kingdom till the year 1974, when it became a part of the Republic of India. The capital of Sikkim is Gangtok, located approximately 105 kilometres from New Jalpaiguri, the nearest railway station to Sikkim. Although, Pakyong Airport is under construction in East Sikkim, the nearest airport to Sikkim is Bagdogra Airport. Sightseeing places include Baba Mandir,
  Nathula Pass, Rumtek Monastery, Handicraft Shops, Tsangpo Lake, Chardham, Buddha Park, Ridgepark, Flowershows (International Flowershows) Samduptse, Tashi View point Tashiding, Pelling, Yuksom, Rabdentse, Tibrtology, Ropeway and Mt. Kangchenjunga. Sikkim is considered as the land of orchids, mystic cultures and colourful traditions. Sikkim is well known among trekkers and adventure lovers. The treks to Dzongri, Goechala are very popular. To get more details regarding the treks one need to contact a local tour operator registered and recognised by the Department of Tourism, Government of Sikkim. Tsozum Tours, Treks and Expeditions is a local tour operator and handles such treks in Sikkim.
caption: Gurudongmar Lake, Sikkim
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