Population:50,000
STD Code: 03592
Area: 15 2 km (approx.)
Elevation: 5,480 ft (1780 m)
Climate: SUMMER: Min: 13o C, Max: 21o C WINTER: Min: o C, Max: o C

With different cultures and religion existing in perfect harmony, Gangtok has shown that "Unity in Diversity" exists in Sikkim. Sikkimese have strong bonding with their age-old traditions and customs. However, a quick survey of Gangtok shows that the bubble of modernization has burst with a bang in the town. The capital is definitely not behind the rest of the world in terms of urbanization - Broad roads, flyovers, posh markets, state-of-art hospital, educational institutes, fast food outlets, discothèques, and all other modern amenities that the heart can desire for. One imposing manmade landmark of the town is the 200 ft-high TV tower which overlooks the town and is situated near the Enchey Monastry below Ganesh Tok. A stroll along the Mahatma Gandhi Marg is shopper's delight- Hotels, restaurants, curios, footwear and almost everything is available. Be here to experience the magic.

Annual Rainfall: 3894 mm
Best Tourist Season: April to Mid-June; Mid September to November
Best Mountain Views: Mid Sept. - Mid Dec.
Recommended Clothing: Light woollens and tropicals in summer (umbrellas and raincoats are useful) and heavy woollen in winter.
Language Spoken: English, Nepali, Hindi, Bhutia, Lepcha and Tibetan
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How to get to gangtok
LOCAL TRANSPORT: Private Taxis, Jeeps and Landrovers ply regularly on the Gangtok- Siliguri Highway and are available for transfer of passengers between Gangtok and Siliguri/ New Jalpaiguri Junction/ Bagdogra, and also for local sightseeing at fixed rates and may be reserved through Tourist Bureau, Govt. of West Bengal, Gangtok.

AIR CONNECTIONS: Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal( 124 kms.)
HELICOPTER SERVICE - between Gangtok - Bagdogra - Gangtok
ROAD CONNECTIONS: Gangtok is connected with all weather mettaled road with Siliguri, Kalimpong, Gangtok etc.
RAIL CONNECTIONS: New Jalpaiguri in West Bengal (148 kms.)

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