Sikkimology

  SYMBOLS OF SIKKIM ANIMAL --- RED PANDA The red panda (Ailurus fulgens) is a  mammal   species  native to the eastern  Himalayas  and  southwestern China . It is listed as  Endangered  on the  IUCN Red List  because the wild population is estimated at fewer than 10,000 mature individuals and continues to decline due to  habitat loss  and  fragmentation ,  poaching , and  inbreeding depression . [1]  Despite its name, it is not closely related to the  giant panda . [3] The red panda has reddish-brown fur, a long, shaggy tail, and a waddling  gait  due to its shorter front legs; it is roughly the size of a  domestic cat , though with a longer body. It is  arboreal  and feeds mainly on  bamboo , but also eats eggs,  birds , and  insects . It is a  solitary animal , mainly  active from dusk to dawn , and is largely  sedentary  durin...

 Hi guys! I am back with this amazing blog of different cuisines of SIKKIM. Food of Sikkim The food of Sikkim is a rich mixture of Nepalese, Tibetan and native Sikkimese food. This blend of the three cultures is very soothing on the taste buds and leaves you craving as soon as you drop your plate. Maize is one of the staple produce consumed in Sikkim. The cuisine of Sikkim is majorly non-vegetarian. A lot of vegetables are fermented to preserve them for a longer time. Here Are 9 Foods of Sikkim You Must Try - 😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋😋 1. Momos (Dumplings) Momos, who doesn't love momos? Sikkim and Momos are complementary to one another. Believed to be of Tibetan origin and modulated by the Nepalese cuisine the momos are the lifeline of Sikkim. Momos are steamed buns with a filling. It typically consists of two parts - the cover and the filling. The cover is made of dough of white flour and water. Sometimes yeast or baking soda is also adde...

Sikkim- ‘Land of Cultural Heritage' Sikkim has an exquisite culture which is expressed towards any visitors as well as other people in the form of dances. And the cultural heritage of Sikkim is expressed in its traditional folk dances. There is a number of folk dances that are performed in the many monasteries during their annual celebrations. Every dance form has its own specialty and importance which is soothing your eyes and ears. Some of the dances are related to startling the beauty of natural environments. Some of them depict the harvest seasons. So, to know the tradition of Sikkim, you must explore the dances of Sikkim and get soaked in their holy culture.   💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃 The entire population of Sikkim can be broadly divided into three major groups; Bhutias, Nepalis and Lepchas which have their own distinct language, cultural programs, and dance forms. Folk dances of Sikkim go together with the tunes of many musical instruments. Here is a ...