India /Sikkim /North Sikkim /Chopta Valley
Chopta Valley is located in the Indian state of Sikkim. This valley is a very scenic destination located in the northern reaches of Sikkim, which is cut off from the mainland. This region is majorly unexplored and untouched, as few tourists travel to this place despite its popularity in their circles. Chopta Valley is a spot for indulging in nature tourism, as there are not many monuments of historical or religious importance that you can see in the place. Wildlife enthusiasts and lovers of flora and fauna will love travelling to this beautiful valley and spotting many rare species of animals, plants and birds. Adventurous tourists can also travel to Chopta Valley, as the place is an ideal ground for trekking. The valley is located at an altitude of 13200 feet and there are many activities like hiking and angling that you can do in the region. You can also indulge in many water sports by the river, and you will also get a chance to walk on the frozen lake if you travel to Chopta Valley during the winter months. Bird watching or birding is another popular activity in Chopta Valley that many tourists indulge in, apart from wildlife spotting. The region of Chopta Valley enjoys an alpine climate through the year, with summers, winters and a wet monsoon season being the primary seasons. Summers in Chopta Valley are very mild, and winters are very cold.
Hill Station, Chopta Valley
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Category : Hill Station
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 737116
STD Code: 1364
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Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year
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Chopta is an unusual traveler destination appropriate for trekking fans. It is also popular for beautiful Himalayan pasture with verdant green landscapes and alpine forest scenery. It is surrounded through snow-clad mountains.
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How to ReachEdit
By Air : There is no airport in Chopta Valley.
By Train : The nearest railway station is located in the region of Siliguri, called as New Jalpaiguri Railway Station. This is a broad gauge railway station that is well connected to many other places in the Indian subcontinent through a network of trains.
By BUS : Chopta Valley is well connected to other cities by state public transport buses.
By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.
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- Trekking ; Muguthang valley (15500ft) ; Cost – N.A. ; Visiting Time – N.A. ; Closed Time : N.A.
- Bird watching ; Chopta Valley ; Cost – N.A. ; Visiting Time – N.A. ; Closed Time : N.A.
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Safety / WarningEdit
- Beware of pickpockets as Chopta Valley is a major tourist city in India.
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- Ambulance : 102
- Fire Brigade : 101
- Police : 100
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