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Because
of the altitude that vary right from sea level to summits
that touch the skies, the flora and fauna naturally covers
a wide spectrum. Nowhere in the world in such a small area
can one find flora and fauna of all varieties - Tropical
to the Alpines. Sikkim's botanical and zoological richness
is awe- inspiring, boasting of more than 4000 species of
plants and 30% of all the birds found in the Indian sub-continent
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Places
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Kanchendzonga
National Park :
Kanchendzonga is the largest national park of Sikkim, area 850-sq-km is bounded
in north by tent peak and ridge of the Zemu glacier in the
east by the ridge of mountain Lamo Angden; Mt. Narsing and
Mt. Pandim in south, and mighty Kanchenjunga and few peaks
of Nepal in the west. Because of its formidable location,
it remained ecologically untouched, which provided natural
protection to the flora and fauna in this park. The fauna
includes the Snow Leopard, Himalayan Black Bear, Barking
Deer and Red Panda, etc.
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Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary :
Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary is located at a distance of
25 kms from Gangtok and has an area of 51.76 sq. km. The
main vegetation is oak, katus, kimbu, champa and thick bamboo
forests and ferns. The sanctuary is also home to a large
number of wild orchids, rhododendrons, etc. The richly forested
area is known to be home for various species of wild animals
and birds. This area, located close to Gangtok, is being
developed as a short trekking trail.
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Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary :
The Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary lies in
the northern corner of South district. The main
entry point being Ravangala, since it is easily
approachable by road and private tourist lodges
exist. Ravangala is 26 km by road from Namchi and
65 km from Gangtok via Singtam.
Ravangala is known as the “Cherrapunji of
Sikkim”, July is the wettest month, with
the average annual precipitation being in excess
of 300 cm. The reaches above 2500m receive regular
snowfall in winter. Clear skies can be experienced
only from November to May. The best trekking season
being March – May when the Rhododendron and
Magnolias adds a riot of colour to the spring air.
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Kyongnosla
Alpine Sanctuary :
The Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary is a National
Park of India, located in East Sikkim. It is situated
around the area adjoining the Tsomgo (Changu) lake
along the Nathula Road. Located about 31 km east of
Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, this sanctuary covers
an area of about 31 km², and extends from ‘15
Mile’ Police check post up to and along the ridges
bordering RongChu and Tsomgo Lake.
This Sanctuary is rich in both flora and fauna. Rare,
endangered ground orchids and rhododendrons
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