Geographical landmarks
Doklam
Doklam is a plateau in the Chumbi Valley at the tri-junction of India, Bhutan, and China.
It is located 68 km east of Gangtok, Sikkim, at an altitude of 13,780 feet.
Doklam is being opened as a battlefield tourism site starting September 2025.
Initiative by the Defence Ministry under the Bharat Rannbhoomi Darshan scheme.
Other Battlefield Sites in Sikkim:
Nathu La (already a tourist spot; 58 km from Gangtok).
Cho La, site of 1967 clashes between Indian and Chinese troops.
All three are being developed with cafeterias, restrooms, amenities, and parking in collaboration with the Indian Army.
Sikkim’s Status:
Was an Indian protectorate until 1975.
Became India’s 22nd State after a referendum in May 1975.
