SIKKIM: A HIDDEN BEAUTY

 Sikkim art and craft Sikki m is renowned for its dazzling and appealing beauty. The charm of this state is ever enticing and no one can abstain from its allure. In fact, Sikkim is resplendent with not only its natural beauty but with its art and craft too. The cultural richness of Sikkim is visible in its quality handicrafts. The Government of Sikkim is making constant efforts to keep the arts & crafts alive. Keeping the idea in mind, the Govt. has established Handicraft and Handloom Institute, to preserve and promote traditional cottage art and craft of genuine Sikkimese design. Carpet Weaving Sikkimese' practice of weaving is probably the oldest form of carpet weaving in the world. The women of the Bhutia community are said to be expert carpet weavers. The traditional pattern of weaving requires a frame loom. The exclusive manner of weaving, by the hard-working artisans of Sikkim, appears in the designs of striking carpets. Thangka painting  Thangka Paintings are unique...

 Sikkim's Festivals  There are many  Sikkim festivals  that can be enjoyed while on a vacation to this beautiful destination.  With many rituals, ceremonies, and things to do during these festivals, the entire arrangement becomes a beautiful spectacle that one shouldn’t miss while on a holiday at this beautiful destination. In this blog lets check out the  famous Sikkim festivals  you can enjoy in Sikkim if you have a visit there. Sonam Lhochhar Festival Amongst the Sikkim important festivals is the Sonam Lhochhar Festival, also spelled as Sonam Lhosar. It is celebrated by the Tamang community. This marks the beginning of the Tibetan New Year for the community. The rituals are performed with the utmost gusto and the celebrations are full of fanfare and zeal.  Men and women get dressed up in colorful and traditional attire. There are masked men who dance to the rhythmic beats of Damphu to get rid of all the negative energies and evil spirits. ...