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Kaziranga
Gangtok 
Kalimpong 
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Kaziranga
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It was early in the 20th century that the British
government woke up to the plight of the one-horned rhino. But the damage had been done and very few of them are found in the wet lands of Assam. But efforts were made to save what ever was left. In 1908 Kaziranga was declared a reserve forest officially closed for shooting.
Park Population:
The wildlife population of the park includes Elephants, Indian Bisons, Swamp Deer, Sambhars, Hog Deer, Sloth Bears, Tigers, Leopard Cats, Jungle Cats, Hog Badgers, Capped Langurs, Hoolock Gibbons, Pigs, Jackals, Porcupines, Pythons, Buffaloes and of course the one horned Rhinoceros. Pelican, Duck, Geese, Hornbill, Ibis, Cormorant, Egret, Heron, Black Necked Stork, lesser adjutants, ring tailed fishing eagles are also in plenty in the park. During winters a large number of migratory birds visit the park.
Excursions:
Kakochang waterfalls
How to Reach:
The nearest airport is Jorhat but the Guwahati airport has more flights. There are regular bus services from all over the state for Kaziranga but the bus drops till Kohara, which is very close to the park. Apart from the state transport corporation buses, tourist taxis are available as well.
Best time to visit:
November-March
Click here for hotels in Gangtok
The capital of Sikkim, Gangtok, lies at an altitude 1600
meters. It occupies the west side of a long ridge flanking the Ranipool River. Gangtok has a very spectacular setting and offers excellent views of the entire Kanchenjunga range from various points in its vicinity.
Places of Interest:
Chorten, Deer park, Enchey Monastery, Goverment Cottage Industries Institute, Orchid Sanctuary, Research Institute of Tibetology, Tashi View Point, Dharma Chakra Centre (Rumtek) and Saramsa Garden. Proposed Ganesh Tok & Hanuman Tok.
Excursions:
Bakkhim
Dzongri
Pemayangtse Monastery
How to Reach:
Gangtok does not have an airfield of its own. The Bagdogra airfield serves the needs of not only Gangtok but of whole Sikkim. From Bagdogra it takes five hours by road to reach Gangtok. The nearest railway stations are those of Siliguri and New Jalpaiguri.
Hotels in Gangtok
FIRST CLASS:
Norkhill Hotel
25 deluxe rooms with modern amenities and view of Kanchenjunga, hot waterbags & fireplace, telephone, colour TV, safe deposit lockers, landscaped gardens, travel desk, currency exchange.
Best time to visit:
March to May or mid October to December
More First Class Hotels....
A small but bustling town in the Himalayan foothills of West Bengal- Kalimpong is at an altitude of 1250 meters. This bazaar town was originally a part of Bhutan but later it was taken over by the British and finally it became a part of West Bengal. Kalimpong is famous for its monasteries, Churches and a private library for the study of Tibetan and Himalayan languages, culture etc..
Places of interest:
Gladiolis and orchid producing nurseries. Good view of the mountains can be taken from the Durpin Dara Hill
How to reach:
Regular bus services are available from Calcutta and Darjeeling.
Best time to visit:
April to mid June and September to December
Hotels in Kalimpong....
Paro
Blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, Paro is reputed as the major tourist attraction in Bhutan. It offers spectacular views of Mount Everest, Mt. Jomolhari and Jichu Darke. The dance festival of Paro is celebrated every year with zeal and enthusiasm.
Places of interest:
Drukgyel Dzong (fortress of victory)
Kichu Lhakhang
National Museum
How to reach:
Flights are available from all the major international airports.
Best time to visit:
September-March
The fascinating city of Thimpu, is set gloriously in the hills of its own valley. A regal town, Thimphu is home to the revered Bhutanese Royal family and to several foreign missions and development projects. The city carries a distinct charm that is sure to captivate even the most avid traveler.
Places of interest:
Tashichho Dzong
Excursions:
Simtokha
Dzong Dorchula Pass
Simtokha Dzong.
How to reach:
It is well connected by road from all the major cities of Bhutan.
Best time to visit:
March to May and mid October to December
