Flower Exhibition Centre

The Flower Exhibition Center in Gangtok shows flowers from all over Sikkim all in one place, which is a nature lover's dream. It is right across from White Memorial Hall and below Ridge Park. You can walk to it from the MG Marg. Although the flowers are here all year, the yearly flower show from April to May is something that you should not miss. That's when the management comes together and shows off many kinds of orchids and other flowers from all over the state. People from nearby states are welcome to join the yearly flower contest the Government of Sikkim holds on the grounds.

The center is a medium-sized tropical garden full of unusual plant species. It features many types of fresh flowers, such as Anthurium and Lilium. The center is filled with thousands of different kinds of colorful flowers. Their sweet scent makes it a very relaxing place to visit in Gangtok.

It's a great way to spend time here, just looking at the flowers and taking pictures. Besides this, there is an artificial pond with a bridge where tourists can walk and enjoy the pleasant atmosphere. People will likely take beautiful pictures among the bright and colorful bushes and flowers.

You should stop by this place if you plan to go on a Gangtok tour package. Looking at the flowers will make you feel better and improve your day.

Floral Varieties on Display: A Visual Delight

Sikkim's flowers are an absolute delight to look at. In Sikkim, there are more than 4000 different flowering plants, such as 600 species of orchids and 30 types of rhododendrons. The Flower Exhibition Center and Ridge Park are great places to see these flowers.

The Flower Exhibition Center is a little below Ridge Park. It has flowers from all over Sikkim. Every year in May, this simple garden is turned into a foreign flower mecca for a flower show. Flowers of every color, shape, and size are there to meet people: azaleas, anthuriums, orchids, celosia, chrysanthemums, gentians, hydrangeas, lilies, poppies, rhododendrons, roses, tulips.

Best Time to Visit the Flower Exhibition Centre

The best time to visit the Flower Exhibition Center in Gangtok is from March to June, when the flowers fully bloom and open to the public. Also, the nice weather makes the trip more fun.

Cultural Significance of the Flower Exhibition in Sikkim

The Flower Exhibition in Sikkim is also a major cultural affair to exhibit this area's variegated plant and animal wealth. It presents the traditional methodology of gardening done by the residents of this land. It engages the local artists, florists, and travelers with the picturesque view of this world. Through this Exhibition, it increases people's awareness related to environmental degradation and conserves cultural heritage, depicting how deeply Sikkim is bonded to its natural environs.