Rinchenpong Beauty and its People
Published: Mar 31, 2012
Photo: Sumit Chakraborty
Abstract: A sleepy town in West Sikkim that is an epitome of rich heritage, natural beauty and culture - heaven on earth. Situated at an altitude of 5580 ft Rinchenpong is a fairly new but must go tourist destination.
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