Tourists on the skywalk in Sikkim

Sikkim Gets Indias First Skywalk

And it's quite a stunner with magnificent views of the Chenrezig Statue and the stairs that lead up to it with golden prayer wheels on both sides

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11 Nov 2020, 8:47 am

If walking on a skywalk has been on your bucket list, it&rsquos time to strike it off, as India opens its first skywalk at Pelling in Sikkim.

Around 2.5 kilometers from Pelling and located at a height of 7,200 feet above sea level, the skywalk is surrounded by the snow-capped Himalayas and overlooks the marvellous137 feet tall statue of Chenrezig and the stairs that lead up to it, with golden prayer wheels on both sides. Visitors can also get a panoramic view of the Teesta and Rangit rivers.

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Quarantine days- Apne Desh ko Jano Pelling skywalk is the first Glass skywalk in whole of India. Pelling is a small hill town located in western Sikkim which never stops amazing tourists with its natural beauty and memerizing views. Now with the addition of Fourth tallest statue and India&rsquos First Glass Sky Walk, pelling has become most hyped destination of Sikkim. . . The Sky Walk is a transparent structure made of glass. It is located adjacent to the giant Chenrezig statue. &ldquoChenrezig&rdquo is a manifestation of all the Buddha&rsquos compassion. His name means &ldquoOne Who Looks with an Unwavering Eye.&rdquo . . From the skywalk, one will have the capacity to get a look at the valley underneath, including the winding Teesta and the Rangit, aside from the Kangchenjunga(2nd and 3rd pic) Credits @dreamtrails.in @chalohimalaya
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The skywalk remains open from 8am to 5pm.

We hear that Hyderabad is also coming up with a skywalk at the Mehdipatnam Junction. connecting the Military Garrison area with the Rythu Bazar.

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