In Sikkim, there are 49 bank holidays in total which includes second and fourth Saturdays. The state is covered in mountainous regions near the Himalayas. Its a unique place since its the tiniest state of India and has more than 5000 species flora scattered across the densely forested region. Some of the rare breeds of Orchids are visible in these forest.
The Capital of Sikkim is Gangtok which has a population of more than 1,50,000 urban population. Hindusim and Vajrayana Buddhism are the major religion within the state. Yuksom has the oldest monastery in Sikkim and is one of the most peaceful places to visit for experiencing untouched nature and pristine beauty. Sikkim is an ideal destination for nearby people to visit during their bank holidays.
Sikkim doesn't have their own airport which makes it difficult for international tourist to visit the state. However, the nearest airport to the capital city is some 135 kms away named Bagdogra airport in West Bengal.
Date & Month | Day | Holiday |
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January 1 | Monday | New Year's Day |
January 13 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
January 15 | Monday | Makara Sankranti |
January 26 | Friday | Republic Day |
January 27 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
February 10 | Saturday | Losar |
February 24 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
March 9 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
March 23 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
March 25 | Monday | Holi |
March 29 | Friday | Good Friday |
April 10 | Wednesday | Idul Fitr |
April 13 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
April 14 | Sunday | Dr Ambedkar Jayanti |
April 17 | Wednesday | Ram Navami |
April 27 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
May 11 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
May 16 | Thursday | State Day |
May 25 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
June 8 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
June 22 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
July 13 | Saturday | Bhanu Jayanti |
July 27 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
August 8 | Thursday | Tendong Lho Rum Faat |
August 10 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
August 15 | Thursday | Independence Day |
August 24 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
August 26 | Monday | Janmashtami |
September 5 | Thursday | Hartalika Teej |
September 14 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
September 17 | Tuesday | Indra Jatra |
September 28 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
October 2 | Wednesday | Gandhi Jayanti |
October 10 | Thursday | Maha Saptami |
October 11 | Friday | Maha Ashtami |
October 12 | Saturday | Maha Navami |
October 13 | Sunday | Vijaya Dashami |
October 26 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
November 1 | Friday | Diwali |
November 3 | Sunday | Bhai Dooj |
November 9 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
November 22 | Friday | Lhabab Duchen |
November 23 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
December 14 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
December 25 | Wednesday | Christmas Day |
December 28 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
December 30 | Monday | Tamu Losar |
Sal and bamboo trees are also very popular in the region. Sikkim's economy is mostly agrarian with maize, wheat, barley among the popular crops grown in the country. Sikkim has the lowest population among all states found in India. A majority of the state's population is Hindu, though there is a significant amount of Buddhists and Christians also in the state. Dishes based with noodles, momos, chowmein are very popular in the state. Alcohol is consumed very widely in Sikkim.
Gangtok
It is the capital city located in the eastern Himalayas and one of the most visited tourist destination of the state. Not just for city dwellers, this city is quite popular among nature lovers as well. He city offers tourist activities like river rafting, cable car rides, mountain biking, and trekking. People keen about Buddhism and Sikkim's cultural history must visit some of the beautiful monasteries like Rumtek and Enchey during their bank holidays.
Tsomgo Lake
Tsomgo Lake is also called as Changu Lake, which is around 38 kms far from the state's capital. The lake is one of the highest lakes in India standing at an altitude of more than 12,000 fts above the sea-level. At such heights, it is advisable to visit the lake during summer time to experience the ultimate beauty as the lake develops a frozen layer during the harsh winters.
Khangchendzonga National Park
Khangchendzonga National Parks is a Biosphere Reserve and listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage site of India. Its listed as a Mixed Heritage and named after the third highest peak in the world, Kangchenjunga. The national Park falls in Mangan District and hosts multiple mammal species like Musk Deer, Snow Leopard, Dhole, Sloth bear, Himalayan Blue Sheep and Red Panda. It's a unique destination for animal and overland lovers to visit this place during bank or public holidays.
Nathula Pass
Nathula Pass is situated on the Indo-Tibetian Border where vehicles travel at a height of more than 14,000 kms above the sea-level. It is famous among tourist for its picturesque beauty and snow-covered environment. During winters, the temperatures here can drop below -20 degrees and tourists are requested to visit this state on bank holidays by during summers with sufficient woolen clothes.
Pelling
Pelling is a beautiful town in the western part of Sikkim. In recent years, due to the hospitable weather conditions and services in the city, it has become the second biggest tourist attraction of the state.
It offers adventures activities like mountain biking, trekking, and rock climbing. Its a popular destination for nature lovers to visit during bank and public holidays.