Chiyo Bhanjyang

Chiyo Bhanjyang (Nepali: चियो भञ्ज्याङ) (also known as Chiwa Bhanjyang or Chiya Bhanjyang) is an international mountain pass located at Nepal-Sikkim (India) border. It is located at elevation of 3,139 metres (10,299 ft) above the sea level. The Mid-Hills Highway (Pushpalal Highway) starts from here and runs across the mid-hills in Nepal. Across the border, in Sikkim "Uttarey-Chiwa Bhanjyang road" starts and connects Gangtok at 170 km of distance.[1][2][3]

Chiyo Bhanjyang
Chiyo Bhanjyang
Location in province
Chiyo Bhanjyang
Chiyo Bhanjyang (Nepal)
Highest point
Elevation3,139 m (10,299 ft)
Coordinates27°16′6″N 88°1′50″E
Geography
LocationPathibhara Yangwarak, Panchthar District, Province No. 1, Nepal - West Sikkim district, Sikkim, India

References

  1. "Sikkim - Singalila Chiwa Bhanjyang Trek". Adarsh tours, treks and expedition. Retrieved 2 February 2021.
  2. "Sikkim builds road to Nepal for trade and tourism". The Telegraph. 4 August 2018. Retrieved 2 February 2021.
  3. "Nepal-India Joint Commission's Third Meeting starts today". Nepali Headlines. Retrieved 2 February 2021.
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