Sikkim is a magical land not only because of its majestic beauty but also one of the cleanest and safest places in the world. Once upon a time the charms of the state were limited to mists, mountains and colourful butterflies; they are now complimented by tangible development and progress. With its unique culture and natural landscape, Sikkim is a picture of perfection and pristine purity. Situated on the eastern Himalayas , in the shadow of the towering Mount Kanchenjunga , which is worshipped as the principal deity, Nagaland is known for its exceptional natural resources. It is a hotspot of biodiversity and development. Though small in size, yet Sikkim has been identified world over as an important repository of germplasms of unknown dimensions. Perhaps, there is no part of the world, which offers a spectacular scene with every turn of the road as Sikkim . Though land-locked, Sikkim is one of the most beautiful and strategically important states of the Indian Union.

The origin of the term Sikkim is unclear. The various ethnic groups have their own nomenclature. As far as the Lepcha and the Bhutia names are concerned, the Lepchas call it Nelyang (the place of caves). Lepchas also call it Myel Lyang, which means (the land of hidden paradise or the delightful region or abode). Whereas the Bhutias call it Beyul Demazong (the hidden valley of rice). Another version says that "Ten sung Namgyal married three wives, a Tibetan, a Bhutanese and a Limbu girl. The Limbu girl, daughter of Limbu Chief Yo- Yo- Hang, brought seven maidens with her. These maidens were married into leading families of Sikkim . These Limbu maidens who had come to Sikkim to be married called the place Sukhim (bride's new house). The Nepalis who came to Sikkim could not relate to Limbu pronouncement and thus corrupted   the name to Sukkhim which underwent further distortion under the British.