Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary
| Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
| Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary | |
  Location in Sikkim, India | |
| Location | South Sikkim District, Sikkim |
| Nearest city | Soreng |
| Coordinates | 27°11.65′N 88°7.10′E / 27.19417°N 88.11833°ECoordinates: 27°11.65′N 88°7.10′E / 27.19417°N 88.11833°E |
| Area | 104 km2 |
| Established | 2004 |
| Governing body | Government of India, Government of Sikkim |
The Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary or Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary is situated in Western Sikkim in Singalila Range forming a natural border with Nepal in The West. The sanctuary also borders the State West Bengal from Sikkim in the south by Rambong Khola stream. The entire sanctuary is spread over 104 km2, across the Singalila Range. The Varsey Sanctuary can be reached from three points, Hilley, Dentam and Soreng. The most popular entry is Hilley since it is approachable by road and Varsey is only 4 km trek from this point through the beautiful undulated path shaded by different species of rhododendron.
Fauna
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Tibetan Serin
References
- Dutta, Rangan (3 October 2004). "Next weekend you can be at... Varsey". The Telegraph (India). Retrieved 2009-08-25.
- Atreya, Sarikah (11 January 2008). "Flower-decked trails". The Hindu Business Line. Retrieved 2009-08-25.
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