Sikkim Tourism Carnival to Begin From May 11

A five-day spring tourism carnival would be held from May 11–15, 2012 in Gangtok, Sikkim, with events spread across the state.

Sikkim Tourism and Civil Aviation Secretary, R Telang, said the carnival would include cultural and religious events, adventure sports, handicrafts, music and traditional foods.

Besides the government department and tourism stakeholders, the Army would also be present as an integral part of the events, he said.

The 17 Mountain division will perform paragliding, para-diving, motorcycle stunts and other adventure activities, besides a dog squad display, he said.