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Birds in Ravangla, Sikkim, India

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Fire tailed sunbird Nature fascinates me, the more time I spend in natural surroundings, the more I want it. The beauty, colours, sounds, the sylvan surroundings, and the serenity that nature offers is so blissful, refreshing, and fulfilling. Nothing can quite replace this feeling. Here is the next lot of bird pictures from Ravangla. Photo credits: Soma Jha Barred Cuckoo Dove Black Bulbul Black lored Tit Black throated Thrush Chestnut bellied Nuthatch Great Barbet Hodgson's Redstart Orange bellied Leafbird Rufous breasted Bush Robin Spangled Drongo Oriental Magpie Robin White tailed Nuthatch

Ravangla in Sikkim is a must visit for bird watchers

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Chestnut crowned laughing thrush Ravangla in South Sikkim is a popular tourist destination not only because of its scenic beauty, but also because of the variety of birds that can be spotted there. Ravangla happens to be a great destination for avid birdwatchers. Some of the many birds that you can spot at Ravangla are Chestnut crowned laughing thrush, Common green magpie, Crested kingfisher, Golden throated barbet,... Situated at an altitude of 7000 ft, Ravangla is easily accessible by road from NJP (Rail head) and Bagdogra (Airport). By train: The nearest rail head is NJP. Ravangla is around 130 kms from NJP. You can hire a car after reaching NJP or ask your hotel to book a car for you. By Air: From Bagdogra airport, Ravangla is another 140 kms. These bird pictures have been taken by Soma Jha. I love the colours! Asian Barred Owlet Blue Winged Minla Common Green Magpie Crested Kingfisher Golden Throated Barbet Green Backed Tit ...