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Bank Holidays in Sikkim 2022

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.

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List of Bank Holidays in Sikkim 2022

Date Day Holiday
January 01 Saturday
New Year's Day
January 08 Saturday
January 14 Friday
January 22 Saturday
January 26 Wednesday
February 02 Wednesday
February 12 Saturday
February 26 Saturday
March 03 Thursday
March 12 Saturday
March 18 Friday
March 19 Saturday
March 26 Saturday
April 09 Saturday
April 10 Sunday
April 14 Thursday
April 15 Friday
April 23 Saturday
May 03 Tuesday
May 14 Saturday
May 16 Monday
May 28 Saturday
June 11 Saturday
June 25 Saturday
July 09 Saturday
July 13 Wednesday
July 23 Saturday
August 08 Monday
August 13 Saturday
August 15 Monday
August 19 Friday
August 27 Saturday
August 29 Monday
September 09 Friday
September 10 Saturday
September 24 Saturday
October 02 Sunday
October 03 Monday
October 04 Tuesday
October 05 Wednesday
October 08 Saturday
October 22 Saturday
October 24 Monday
October 25 Tuesday
October 27 Thursday
November 12 Saturday
November 15 Tuesday
November 26 Saturday
December 10 Saturday
December 24 Saturday
December 25 Sunday
December 30 Friday

About Sikkim

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.

Bank Holidays in Sikkim

Places to Visit 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.

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