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Travel agency based at west sikkim. The Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary lies in the south westcorner of the West Sikkim district. Spreading over 104 sq.

km, across the
razor sharp Singalila Range, which
forms the natural international border
with Nepal. There are three points of
entry ino this sanctuary from Hilley,
Dentam and Soreng. Tourists
generally prefer Hilley since it is
approachable by road. The bridle path
from Hilley to Barsey is a favorite
amongst tourists especially during
the Rhododendron flowering season. The faunal value of Barsey

Rhododendron Sanctuary includes
Leopard cat , Himalayan Yellow
Throated Marten , Himalayan Palm
Civet, Himalayan Langur, Crimson
Horned Pheasant, Monal Pheasant,
Kaleej and many diverse species of
birds. The Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary
spans over the razor sharp Singalila
Range. The climate is wet and cold
favoring the spread of the dominant
genus Rhododendron. July is the
wettest month, with the average
annual precipitation being in excess
of 250 cm. The reaches above 2500m
receive regular snowfall in winter. Clear skies can be experienced only
from November to May. A beautiful Tourist Trekker's hut
exists in Barsey, amidst the
Rhododendron forests at 10,000 feet,
commanding a glorious view of the
Sing alla Range. Boarding and Lodging
facilities are available.

13/09/2024

Peeling Ropeway opening soon.

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http://holidaystosikkim.jimdo.com/

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The Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary lies in the south west corner of the West Sikkim district. Spreading over 104 sq. km, across the razor sharp Singalila Range, which forms the natural international border with Nepal. There are three points of entry ino this sanctuary from Hilley, Dentam and Soreng. Tourists generally prefer Hilley since it is approachable by road. The bridle path from Hilley to Barsey is a favorite amongst tourists especially during the Rhododendron flowering season. The faunal value of Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary includes Leopard cat , Himalayan Yellow Throated Marten , Himalayan Palm Civet, Himalayan Langur, Crimson Horned Pheasant, Monal Pheasant,Kaleej and many diverse species of birds. The Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary spans over the razor sharp Singalila Range. The climate is wet and cold favoring the spread of the dominant genus Rhododendron. July is the wettest month, with the average annual precipitation being in excess of 250 cm. The reaches above 2500m receive regular snowfall in winter. Clear skies can be experienced only from November to May. A beautiful Tourist Trekker's hut exists in Barsey, amidst the Rhododendron forests at 10,000 feet, commanding a glorious view of the Singalla Range. Boarding and Lodging facilities are available.