The Nor-Khill ("the house of jewels") in the state of Sikkim in eastern Himalayas in Gangtok is known for its tradition and ethnic Sikkimese ambiance. The Kanchan garden affords a rich view of the hills with Kanchenjungha in the background, which inspired the Chogyal of Sikkim to paint for hours. The Nor-Khill was built by the King of Sikkim in 1932 and is the oldest heritage hotel in Gangtok, which entertains guests like his holiness The Dalai Lama, the US Ambassador to India His Excellency John Galbraith, movie stars and you and your family. The lobby is resplendent in the bright folk art, design motif depicting dragons and flame symbols to thankas, the ornate bachu and chocsue and traditional jewellery available at an in-house curio shop
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The Nor-Khill is an exponent of typical Sikkimese architecture in the midst of a serene atmosphere and greenery in the heart of Gangtok. Each of the 32 rooms affords a taste of the lifestyle in luxury and offers a magnificent view from the windows. They are done up in vivid colours to showcase the design elements that surrounded royalty of yore. The rooms are quiet, elegant and expansive with an air of serenity about them, which reflects a typical Sikkimese ambiance.
The Nor-Khill is draped in ethnic Sikkimese style with thankas, traditional carpets, wall hangings and orchids and shrubs in the Jewel Garden which overlooks the Kanchenjungha.
The Dragon Bar is cozy and well stocked in a range of Sikkimese drinks like Tongba(Millet Fermented Beer). Whether it is a hearty meal at midday or the finest traditional cuisine for dinner in an environment overhung with the aroma of exotic spices, the Shangri La is the place for eating out in style at Gangtok.
Notes: # Above rates are inclusive of breakfast,lunch and dinner and taxes.
# Rs.2000 per person is the extra cover charge on 24th & 31st Dec 2011 (inclusive of taxes)- This is Mandatory.
# For 24th & 31st Dec 2011 Children (5 to 11 yrs) are chargeable @50% of the tarrif.
# For 24th & 31st Dec 2011 Child 12yrs and above are charged at full rate.
# ABOVE RATES ARE NOT VALID DURING LONG WEEKENDS & FESTIVALS.
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