Nathula Pass, Gangtok

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Nathula Pass in Sikkim is only 56 kilometers away from the state capital Gangtok in the Tinetan Plateau. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Nathula Pass is a mountain pass on the Indo-Chinese border that is the trade link between India and China in eastern Sikkim, Nathula Pass nestles at an elevation of fourteen, 140 feet and ranks amongst the highest passes accessible by tourists via motorable road. The previous Silk Route through Lhasa, Sikkim and eastern India used to cross through Nathula Pass. the other aspect of Nathula Pass is Chumbi valley of Tibet. This mountainous pass is one amongst the oldest trading border posts connecting Tibet and India. The Nathula Pass is marked by Entrance gates of both countries (India and China) and military bunkers on each side of the gates. On the Indian aspect, you would realize some fortified military bunkers, a war memorial, a military exhibition centre, a military canteen serving hot tea and fresh snacks to tourists.

Nathula Pass, Gangtok

HistoryEdit

Nathula was once an ancient silk route connecting Lhasa in Tibet to plains of Bengal.

Must SeeEdit

Must See

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Best Season to VisitEdit

March to Mid November.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Cafe Culture ; Secretariat Road, Below Royal Palace, Ground Floor, Hotel Pandim, Gangtok, Sikkim, 737101, India. ; Ph/M – +91-81162-20686; +91-98326-15236. ; Food Serve – Chinese, Indian, Nepalese

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxis are available from other cities as well as railway station and airport. They charges within the main areas for a private service or drops will cost according to the distance and Rs 150 for a shared taxi Per Seat. Share taxis are also available within the city for sightseeing and costs 15-20 INR per person.

Bus : Gangtok is well connected by roads. National Highway 31A connects Gangtok to Darjeeling, Siliguri, Kalimpong and other mountain locales. Regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis and jeeps run daily to and from Siliguri, Bagdogra, Darjeeling and Kalimpong to Gangtok. From Gangtok Bagdogra, Siliguri, Kalempong and Jalpaiguri lie at a distance of 124 Kms, 114 kms, 75 Kms and 125 kms respectively.

Train : Nearest railway stations to Gangtok are New Jalpaiguri Station and Siliguri Station. It is located at a distance of 126 kms and 114 kms respectively. Both stations are connected to all the major cities of India. and these places are well connected to Gangtok by road. From station regular tourist buses, coaches, taxis or jeeps are available to reach Gangtok.

Air : Gangtok Nearest airport is Bagdogra in West Bengal. It is located at a distance of 124 kms from Gangtok and it is well connected with other cities of nearest state like Delhi, Patna, Imphal, Kolkata, and Guwahati. From the Airport regular buses, coaches and taxis are available, that take around 4 hours to reach Gangtok.
By Helicopter : From Bagdogra Helicopter service is available to reach Gangtok and vice-versa. For get the benefit of this service, you need to have contact your travel agent in advance to get the booking done. Helicopter takes around 20 minutes to reach Gangtok from Bagdogra. Helicopter service is available only onc time during a day and 4 passengers are allowed at one time.

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Things to CarryEdit

Carry Woolen Cloths, Camera & Plenty of water.

Safety / WarningEdit

Note that Nathula is a restricted area. Foreign tourists are not allowed here. Indians require a valid permit to visit Nathula. You can get it from the Sikkim Tourism Center at MG Marg Gangtok or through your hotel or travel agent. You will need photo ID proof (PAN card not accepted) and two passport size photos. You should apply for the permit at least one day before your planned visit.
There is no accommodation option at Nathula Pass for tourists.