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As part of the Year of Tourism2010, The Government of Sikkim has decided to organize – among many other activities, the International Rhododendron Festival starting from 25th April 2010 upto 14th May 2010. However, the year long celebration will go on for a year.

Areas in Sikkim where Rhododendron in commonly found
   
Area Area (Sq Km)
Khangchendzonga national park 1784
Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary 43.00
Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary 31.00
Fambonglho Wildlife Sanctuary 51.76
Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary 104.00
Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary 35.34
   
Rare and endangered species of Rhododendrons in Sikkim Himalayas
   
R. fulgens Rare
R. leptocarpum Endangered
R. maddenii Endangered
R. niveum Endangered
R. pendulum Rare
R. pumilum Endangered
R. sikkimense Endangered
R. wightii Rare


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