Khangchendzonga National Park(2016)
Sikkim
Khangchendzonga National Park, located in the heart of the Himalayas in Sikkim, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its extraordinary natural beauty and cultural significance. It encompasses diverse landscapes, including valleys, lakes, glaciers, and ancient forests, dominated by Mount Khangchendzonga, the world’s third highest peak. The park is deeply intertwined with the spiritual beliefs of the indigenous people, blending mythological stories and natural elements with Buddhist traditions. This sacred heritage forms a core part of Sikkimese identity, making Khangchendzonga a remarkable site of both ecological diversity and cultural richness.
