The Old Silk Route in Sikkim: History, Hairpin Bends & Hidden Villages
Winding through the rugged landscapes of East Sikkim, the old silk route sikkim is more than just a road—it is a journey through history. For centuries, this ancient trade corridor connected Lhasa in Tibet to the fertile plains of Bengal via the elevated Jelep La Pass, carrying silk, wool, spices, and stories across the Himalayas. […]
Zuluk Silk Route 2026: The Old Trade Road to Tibet, 32 Hairpin Bends & How to Do It Right
By Kiran Gurung · Founder, Glacier Treks & Adventure · Yuksom, West Sikkim Published: 20 August 2026 · Last updated: 20 August 2026 The Zuluk Silk Route is a 4-night, 5-day road circuit through East Sikkim along the old trade road that once carried wool and silk between Lhasa in Tibet and Kalimpong in India […]