Khangchendzonga National Park is a natural biosphere reserve that offers pleasant natural scenarios. This national park has also been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list.
You can witness stunning views of the world’s third-highest peak, Mt. Khangchendzonga from this park. The national park is also surrounded by diverse flora and fauna, lush green valleys, lakes and glaciers. You can also witness the 26 km from the Zemu glacier, which is one of the largest glaciers in Asia.
Some of the amazing species that can be spotted in this national park are musk deer, red panda, Asiatic wild dog, and Himalayan blue sheep. If you are lucky enough, then you may also spot a snow leopard. Moreover, you can also spot a wide variety of birds in this national park like bearded vultures, satyr tragopan, Himalayan griffon and Tibetan snow cock.
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How to Reach
Khangchendzonga National Park is situated at a distance of 5.1 km from Gangtok and takes about 16 minutes to reach the destination.
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Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Khangchendzonga National Park is during the summer season which is between March and May, when you will find pleasant weather and the temperature ranges around 10°C that will offer you scenic views of the spectacular mountains.
You can also visit during the winter season in between October to February, when the national park is covered with snow that will offer you a serene experience.
| Time to Visit | Weather | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| March to May (Summer) | Pleasant, around 10°C | Scenic views of mountains, ideal for hiking |
| October to February (Winter) | Covered with snow | Serene atmosphere, beautiful snowscapes |
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Travel Tips
Before traveling to Khangchendzonga National Park you must ensure applying for Inner Line Permit (ILP) to trek to Zemu Glacier.
You must ensure not to litter within the national park and must dispose of the waste items in dustbins.
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Folklore
The locals believe that around different parts of the national park, Buddhist masters hid sacred scriptures and texts.
The Bhutias perform two rituals Pang Lhabsol and Nay-Sol in order to show respect to the deities residing within the park.
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