{"id":1051,"date":"2022-06-16T11:23:27","date_gmt":"2022-06-16T05:53:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.northeasttour.in\/blog\/?p=1051"},"modified":"2024-02-19T12:28:14","modified_gmt":"2024-02-19T06:58:14","slug":"a-travel-itinerary-to-visit-the-old-silk-route-zuluk-this-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.northeasttour.in\/blog\/a-travel-itinerary-to-visit-the-old-silk-route-zuluk-this-season\/","title":{"rendered":"A Travel Itinerary to Visit the Old Silk Route, Zuluk this Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Silk Route is one of the major tourist attractions in East Sikkim. If you wish to discover the lesser-known part of the Himalayas, the Silk Route is the ideal place to be. It is a prized road trip experience that traverses through the high passes of the Sikkim Himalayas, touching a height of 1400 feet. The route takes you to Zuluk, dotted with quaint villages which are nothing short of a beauty. You can plan a Sikkim tour package with the best agencies and enjoy a memorable trip to the Silk Route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The ancient Silk Route once connected Sikkim to Bhutan and China for trade exchange purposes. It was established during the Han Dynasty of China in 130 BC. It was the preferred route for commerce between 130 BCE to 1453 CE. Covering a distance of 900 km, the silk route that we visit today is an offshoot of the old route.  Today the route is not important in a geopolitical sense. However, it makes for a great tourist travel spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Visit the Silk Route?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This old route invokes memories of the bygone days. The place offers a stunning image of the Himalayan landscape. You can catch a glimpse of the Sleeping Buddha from this place, enough to take your breath away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Silk Route Travel Itinerary<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tourists can visit the Indian part of the Silk Route, from Rongli to Nathula Pass. The route is of historical significance; however, you can visit it to enjoy a stunning view of the mountains in East Sikkim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This part of Sikkim is not offbeat to the tourists from West Bengal. There are no major towns in this route circuit. You can choose a homestay which is available all through the silk route. They are well maintained and provide basic amenities to tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can follow this guide if you plan to explore the silk route.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n