DARJEELING,
SIKKIM
&
LADAKH
DARJEELING:-

(Dorje-Ling) land of thunder (Tibetan)- is located between parts of India,
Nepal and Bhutan is certainly one of the world's most spectacular places.
A popular hill resort in eastern India is also known as the queen of the
hills. Situated around an altitude of about 7,000ft. above the sea level.
It offers a panoramic view of the mighty Himalayan peaks of Mt.
Kanchanjungha and others. It has attracted many generations of visitors to
enjoy the joys of the cool and healthy climate of the mountains and its
fresh air and friendly people.
The
best time to visit and go treks in Darjeeling is (February-April) and
(September-December).
SIKKIM:-
Also known as Denzong, (Tibetan) the Rice Bowl - The Land of Mountain
crests"- lies between the kingdom of Bhutan in the east, Nepal to its
west and on its northern border tower of plateau of Tibet. 
This small stretch of rugged land may just be a speck on the world map but
its size belies its richness and diversity of culture, customs, heritage,
flora and fauna. Sikkim - one of the most beautiful nooks in the Himalayas
offers visitors nature in all its grandeur. The worlds 3rd highest
mountain Mt. Kanchunjungha (28, 156ft) and it's attendant peaks - Pandim,
Narsing, Karbu, Talung, Siniolchu, Pau-Hunri, Simvo, and Jopuno present a
surreal vista unmatched in the world and which local legends will have you
believe resembles an alter of the Gods.
LADAKH:-
Ladakh known as a little Tibet is located in northern part of India.
In Ladakh the villages are scattered and can communicate with one another
only through mountain passes varying between 11,000 ft. to 18,500 ft. in
altitude. 
The landscape is quite similar to Tibet and Tibetan Buddhism is the
religion most of the Ladakhies practices, all the four sects of Tibetan
Buddhism is found in Ladakh. The prominent being Ka-gyupa (red-hat) and
Gelug-pa (yellow hat) sect. There are many Buddhist monasteries in Ladakh
and are built in Tibetan style.
Whether
it is the mountains that attract you or the religious, social and cultural
ways of life or you are simply attracted to nature to trek in the
mountains, Ladakh is place for you. Once visited you will like to visit
Ladakh again again.
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