New Delhi, 2008, 2nd edition. 176 pp, 68 plates, maps. The Sikkim Himalaya were one of the first Himalayan ranges to be explored during the early period. It contains some magnificent flora and fauna and that was the first attraction to visit the valleys. Many of the pre-war Everest expeditions passed through northern valleys of Sikkim en route to Tibet. The valleys and peaks of Sikkim are lovely to trek in. ' The centrepiece of the Sikkim Himalaya is certainly the Kangchenjunga range, with the main peak being the third highest peak in the world. Visits to this range opened up several interesting trekking routes. 'This book is based on author's several visits to Darjeeling and Sikkim.
Contents: I. My Himalaya: an introduction:
