Azing's Model Farm

Sikkim


A popular stop for those driving the circuitous Rinchenpong–Reshi road, this hillside farm is delight to behold – a controlled chaos of flowers, hanging hives, duck pens and steeply descending fruit trees.

It's worth a quick visit even if you don't want to buy the organic honey, pickles and fruit wines (tastings available), but be prepared for 270 steps each way.


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