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The Norkhill is the oldest heritage hotel in Gangtok in the state of Sikkim.
Norkhill in Sikkimese means 'House of Jewels'. The King of Sikkim built the
Norkhill as a Royal Guesthouse in 1932 to receive and entertain the various
Heads of States, Diplomats and other Dignitaries. The hotel walls are adorned
with lucky motifs of dragons and flames, thangkas and wall hangings and
elaborate bachu and chocsue to give a very ethnic ambiance.
Rooms:
The Norkhill Gangtok offers 32 well-appointed and spacious rooms are a haven of
luxury. The rooms offer a traditional fusion of radiant colors and designs
reminding constantly of the royalty. The rooms overlook the mighty Kanchenjunga
Mountain and present an air of serenity. Each room features color television
with cable connection, international direct dial telephone, Internet
connectivity, attached baths with showers and running hot and cold water round
the clock.
Dining:
For fine dining experience, Shangri La restaurant must be checked out. The place
smells of rich aroma of the fresh spices and herbs used to prepare finest of
cuisines. The glass windows bring the view of the outside world on to your
table. The Dragon Bar is tastefully done in Sikkimese tradition and stocked with
the best of vintage wines, single malts and ethnic Sikkimese drink, Tongba.
Tongba is the millet-fermented beer.
Facilities:
The Norkhill Gangtok features a curio shop where you will find ethnic jewelry
and traditional artifacts. These make for perfect souvenirs and gifts as a sweet
reminder of your visit to this part of India. The Norkhill Gangtok is ideal for social events, wedding receptions, banquets
and meetings. You can avail of the facilities like facsimile and e-mail. The
4800 sq ft function Room of the yesteryears is now an impressive lobby of the
hotel.
Location:
Hotel NorKhill is about 128 kms from Bagdogra
Airport, 122 kms from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station. |
