Bermiok , a small Sikkimese village around 120 kms from Siliguri (the nearest rail station or airport) can be your next extended weekend destination. Bermiok can be reached from any part of sikkim , be it Gangtok (the state capital) or Pelling ( a tourist hot spot in west sikkim). Unlike other destination, it is far away from hustles of tourist, very few hotels along the main road , a small market place makes up this beautiful village into an unknown tourist destination. Clear view of Mt Khangchendzonga on a clear day is a bonus for nature lovers. Those in love with birding can add this place in their bucketlist. Bermiok lies amidst pure nature, far away from city life..People visiting more famous places in west sikkim like Pelling, Kaluk and Rinchenpong can add Bermiok to their list. Staring from local culture to local cuisine, you can experience it all.
To reach Bermiok, direct car can be hired from Siliguri (SNT Stand on Hill cart Road) or can avail local transport till Jorethang and then arrange private car till Bermiok.
So hurry up nature enthusiasts, explore this hidden beauty before it gets overshadowed with flowing tourists ....Happy Travelling mates...