From handmade woollen carpets renowned for their durability and stunning traditional designs to exotic Temi Tea, the things to buy from Sikkim reflect a cultural tapestry unlike anywhere else in India. Walking through Gangtok’s markets, I discovered that shopping in this Himalayan state goes beyond typical souvenirs; it’s an exploration of rich cultural heritage and... The post 11 Unmissable Souvenirs to Buy From Sikkim first appeared on Nomllers.| Nomllers
The naming after white men of plants from remote parts of the world has now come to be seen as reprehensible, so it’s time to ‘fess up’. Two plants bear my name, but both came about when a genus was subsumed into an earlier one, followed by the application of a nomenclatural rule that disallows the| Botanics Stories
Tucked away quietly at the foothills of the Himalayas, Sikkim is a gorgeous destination that you absolutely cannot miss. Although it is the second smallest state in India, this does not diminish the beauty and charm that radiate from every corner. With so many breathtaking places to visit in Sikkim, you’ll find it hard to... The post 14 Unmissable Places To Visit in Sikkim for First-Timers first appeared on Nomllers.| Nomllers
A few years back, when I used to listen to other travellers’ stories about how they had a solo female travel experience in India, I always wondered how they weren’t intimidated by solo travel in India. How weren’t they scared of the unknown, the people, unfamiliar areas, and the world in general? I also used... The post 9 Essential Solo Female Travel Tips in India first appeared on Nomllers.| Nomllers
More than a year has passed since the devastating GLOF disaster of October 4, 2023, that swept through the Teesta Valley. We have extensively documented the catastrophe and its aftermath in this blog. Following the GLOF, the 2024 monsoon season brought further destruction, exacerbating the damage to already weakened structures, roads, and the environment.| Visions of Hell
Teesta river and bazar on 29Sep2024, a few days after heavy rain on 27/28Sep. The river had receded quite a bit yet it flowed nudging the bazar and the Darjeeling road at many places. The river is still swift and flows from one bank to the other.| Visions of Hell
Sikkim is the land of love and adventures. It will leave you mesmerized and always leave you wanting to go| The Wandering Core
The story of a lone hiking adventure in the Eastern Himalayas in Sikkim. I got lost close to my home stay. The family dogs abandoned me. But I found my way out.| On My Canvas
