Fambong Lho Wildlife Sanctuary, Wildlife sanctuary in East Sikkim district, India
Fambong Lho spans 51 square kilometers of protected wilderness, with elevations ranging from 1524 to 2749 meters across mountainous terrain.
The Indian government established this protected area in 1984 to safeguard the region's ecological diversity and preserve natural habitats.
Traditional hamlets like Dikchu, Pangthang, and Mangan border the sanctuary, representing local communities living in harmony with nature.
Visitors can reach the sanctuary within one hour by car from Gangtok, with regular taxi services operating throughout the summer season.
The sanctuary sits at the intersection of Palearctic and Indomalaya ecozones, supporting red pandas, Himalayan brown bears, and rufous-headed hornbills.
Location: East Sikkim district
Inception: 1984
GPS coordinates: 27.31130,88.53367
Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:27
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