Sunday, 27 October 2013

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Wednesday, 16 October 2013

Student Packages

An academic year vacation marks the end of an academic year.
As a learning ground of knowledge and enlightenment, we at Summit Hotels & Resorts would like to take this opportunity to invite you and your disciples to the picturesque destinations in the region filled with glorious scenic sites, nature walks, trekking, wildlife adventure, rich culture and heritage.

Summit Hotels & Resorts launches the first of its kind Informative & Educational Vacation packaged to experience the culture, tradition and taste of the Region and make it one of the memorable moments in each individual’s life.

You can choose to be in the heart of the city with Hotel SUMMIT TTAKSHANG RESIDENCY, GANGTOK – Hotel SUMMIT YASHSHREE SUITES & SPA, DARJEELING or Hotel SUMMIT EMBASSY, SILIGURI or enjoy the serene beauty of our premium properties at Hotel SUMMIT NORLING RESORT & SPA, GANGTOK - Hotel SUMMIT GRACE RESORT & SPA, DARJEELING – Hotel SUMMIT NEWA REGENCY, PELLING – Hotel SUMMIT GARDENS RETREAT & SPA, KALIMPONG or Hotel AIRPORT SUMMIT, BAGDOGRA.

Summit Hotels & Resorts is very much preferred by students group because of the environment that provides a sense of security. This factor along with the locational advantages and good food makes us the most visited hotel in the region.




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Saturday, 12 October 2013

Trekking Sandakphu @ 3636mts



Summit Hotels & Resorts had Coordinate & Organised a Trekking Camp which was a success. A 6 member group from the prestigious Siliguri Round Table were kind enough to share the following travelogue with us.




Living Outdoors  – Siliguri Round Table 220

Like many other people in the world Siliguri Round Table decided to take this journey so commonly travelled by trekkers and enthusiast all around in a bid to encounter the experience first-hand. All the members who embarked on this 3 day Trek were native to the place but most of us had never made the journey beyond the comfort that lies within the City. But in the unexpected we found profound bliss and serenity.

We had our trekking days limited to 3 nights/4 days.

Day 1 – The Trek was flagged off from the Chairman Kuldeep Chowdary’s residence. We travelled all the way from Siliguri to Maneybhanjang via a scenic drive through the lush tea gardens & undulating hills of Mirik. Upon reaching Maneybhanjang we changed Vehicles and hopped on to the Land Rovers up to Chitrey. Once we reached Chitrey we decided to hike up to our overnight destination Tumling.  The weather was however not on a favourable side since it was drizzling all throughout the hike up to LameyDhura. Nonetheless we walked for 3 hours to our pit stop – SHIKHER LODGE in Tumling which was one of the Best Lodges throughout the Trek. The rooms were excellent and the service impeccable. The owners of the lodge were courteous enough to arrange a special evening for us – Although there is electricity throughout the area, never did we expect to have a Candle lit dinner at an altitude of 2970 meters.



Day 2 – We started an early morning hike up to Tonglu which is one of the best vantage point besides Sandakphu. One gets to see a 360 view of the whole Himalayan Range if the weather is favourable. It took us about 1 hour to wind up the short hike up to Tonglu and head out to our base in Tumling. After some serious breakfast at Tumling we headed for our next destination Kalipokhari. As the name suggest the pond is black in colour no matter how Green the surrounding area is. We ended the days Hike with a swift Dinner at one of the Lodges where a Bonfire was arranged just before Dinner. One could not help but notice the kitchen at these lodges. Most of the kitchen and Dining area had a rustic and authentic feel to it which was very interesting.

Day 3 – We were all geared up to reach to our final destination of the Trek – Sandakphu at an elevation of 3636 meters. It was a cloudy day to start the day’s hike which was later followed by light showers – All of us were just hoping for the clouds to clear up. The final day of the hike was most strenuous since it was a total uphill climb. After every half an hour we were stopping by to catch our breath for few seconds. It was a relief when we finally saw the milestone which read “Sandakphu- 0 Kms”. There was a sense of relief at the same time a sense of achievement that we had finally reached Sandakphu which welcomed us with a slogan that read – “LEAVE NOTHING BUT FOOTPRINTS AND TAKE NOTHING BUT MEMORIES”.  Since we reached early we decided to hike to a nearby camping site called Goat which is approximately one and a half km away from Sandakphu. The trail that led to Goat was simply breathtaking with Rododendren trees carving the pathway ahead.

Day 4 – We woke up to the most mesmerising view of Mt. Kanchanjunga which was a perfect way to wind up our trek. The mountain and the horizon beyond changing its colour was simply breath-taking. We just stood there and gazed at the mighty Kanchanjunga standing there with all its glory. Even the Hen’s were paying homage to the mighty Mountain with their early morning croaks. Most of us stood there taking pictures to capture the moment. After a brief moment the whole range simply vanished in between the clouds. We descended back on the Land Rovers but made a stop at “land under the clouds” rightfully known as Megma where one of the oldest and highest Monastery stands upright. The locals were kind enough to show us around the Monastery and reveal us facts about the Buddhist traditions which gave the whole Trek a very spiritual ending.

Away from the comfort and luxurious of the modern life one can find peace and tranquillity at the heart of Nature. Maybe this was just a brief instance but we made memories just like the Slogan said – We left nothing but footprints behind...
                             

SUMMIT HOTELS & RESORTS PROVIDES TREKKING SERVICES & FACILITIES

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Friday, 6 September 2013

Indulge yourself to a Complete Holistic Experience...


Treat your body to Luxurious rejuvenation and relaxation in the serenely appointed Spa’s of Summit Hotels & Resorts. Relax the spirit while your body is revitalised by the healing hands of therapist trained in a fusion of remedial practises as well as modern rejuvenation and well being techniques.
Indulge yourself in therapies that soothes the senses and restore the Vital Energy of the body. Unfold the holistic path of life and open out channels to nurture one’s life force.

Understand the journey within with a truly calming experience and a deep understanding of mind body and spirit. 

BASIC TREATMENTS

 FACE CLEAN UP 

FOOT MASSAGE

HEAD & SHOULDER

BACK MASSAGE


       


TRADITIONAL MASSAGE

SWEDISH MASSAGE – lmproves circulation and flexibility, and reduces tension, muscle aches and stress through the use of a firm but gentle pressure. Promotes overall health and well being.

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE – Focuses on healing deeper layers of muscle and connective tissues to improve tense, contracted areas such as still neck, low back tightness and sore shoulders. Improves mobility and chronic pain.

 BALINESE MASSAGE – The luxurious spa therapy which evolved on the Island of Bali is a deep pressure message using a variety of techniques including skin rolling, deep tissue manipulation, gentle stretching and reflexology.

 AROMA MASSAGE – Aromatherapy Massage involves the controlled use of Essential Oils from aromatic plants by inhalation and bodily application to promote physical, psychological and spiritual well being. It is a revitalising massage that combines different massage techniques to improve circulation and mobilization.


ANTI STRESS BACK TREATMENT – Our Certified Therapists will give you a full back massage using oil and firm massage strokes. It’s a perfect way to unwind. Helps relieve stress, sore muscle, aches and pains on the low back, neck and shoulders. This treatment will leave you feeling wonderfully renewed.

TREKKERS MASSAGE - Trekking is normally very strenuous. Most of the time, trekking involves long walks that can hurt your legs and your back. Trekkers' Massage is a perfect combination of Ayurvedic massage and Thai massage which will take away the pain from your body and helps you relax. It focuses on preventing and treating injury and enhancing physical performance using techniques such as facilitated stretching. It helps relaxing the muscles and increases flexibility.


SIGNATURE MASSAGE

FOUR HANDS MASSAGE - A deep pressure message using a variety of techniques including skin rolling, deep tissue manipulation and gentle stretching. It focuses on healing deeper layers of muscle and connective tissues to improve tense and contracted areas. Improves mobility, chronic pain and repetitive strain injuries.

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Thursday, 5 September 2013

Mysteries & Facts - Sacred places in Sikkim

BABA MANDIR, NATHULA PASS 
Major "Baba" Harbhajan Singh (August 3, 1941 – September 11, 1967) was an Indian army soldier who died near the Nathula Pass in eastern Sikkim, India. He is revered by soldiers of the Indian army as the "Hero of Nathula" and the army men have also built a shrine in his honour. He has been accorded the status of saint by believers who refer to him as the Baba (saintly father). Many faithful people, chiefly the army men posted in those parts have believe his spirit protects every soldier in the inhospitable terrain of Himalayan mountain pass. As with most saints, the Baba is said to also grant favours presumably to those who revere and worship him.Baba Harbhajan Singh born into a Sikh family on August 3, 1941 in the village of Batthe Bhaini in Punjab (India). He completed his preliminary schooling at village school, and then did his matriculation from DAV High School in Patti in March 1955. In June 1956 he enrolled himself as a soldier in Amritsarand joined the Corps of Signals. On June 30, 1965 was granted a commission and posted to the 14 Rajput regiment. During the 1965 Indo-Pakistan war he served as an Adjutant of his unit. Later he was transferred to 18 Rajput. It was with this regiment that he met his end on September 11, 1967 in Sikkim.

According to legend, Harbhajan Singh drowned in a glacier while trying to lead a column of mules carrying supplies to a remote outpost. As the first casualty of the 23rd Punjab Regiment in that war, a manhunt was launched to find him. His remains were found after three days and he was cremated with full military honours. The legend further claims that it was Harbhajan Singh who himself helped the search party to find his body. Still later, through a dream, he instructed one of his colleagues to build and maintain a shrine in his memory.Legend also has it that in the event of a war between India and China, Baba would warn the Indian soldiers at least the three days in advance of any impending attack. During flag meetings between the two nations at Nathula, the Chinese set a chair aside to honour of Harbhajan Singh who has since been saint. Every year on September 11, a jeep departs with his personal belongings to the nearest railway station, New Jalpaiguri, from where it is then sent by train to the village of Kuka, in Kapurthala district in Punjab. While empty berths on any train of the Indian Railways are invariably allocated to any passenger without a confirmed reservation (Reservation against cancellation, RAC, or wait listed) or first come first served basis by the coach attendants, a special reservation for the Baba is actually made for him and left empty for the entire journey to his home town every year with other soldiers travelling along so as to reach him till his home. A small sum of money is also contributed by soldiers posted in Nathula and sent to his mother each month.

 GURUDONGMAR LAKE, NORTH SIKKIM 

Gurudongmar Lake or Gurudogmar Lake is one of the highest lakes in the world, located at an altitude of 17,100 ft (5,210 m). It lies in the district of North Sikkim in the state of Sikkim in India, only some 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) south of Chinese border. The lake can be reached by road from Lachen via Thangu.
Here is the legend behind the lake according to Sikh history. Guru Nanak journeyed through the area on his way back from Tibet during his third Udasi (journey) in 1516. He provided solace to Buddhists of the Karmapa Nyingmapa sect who had settled down there after being hounded out of Tibet by the Gelugpa sect. During the visit, yak grazers sought Guru Nanak also known as (NANAK LAMA) help over the scarcity of fresh water in the region, because the lake remained frozen throughout the year.Guru Nanak hit the frozen lake waters with his stick and the ice melted away in that part of the lake making its pristine water accessible. The blessed part of the lake hasn’t frozen since.Guru Nanak also advised the yak grazers to drink the lake water to increase libido drained by the lack of oxygen at that height. “Whosoever takes the water of this lake will gain virility and strength and will be blessed with children.” Nineteenth century British maps record the lake’s name as Gurudongmaar, corroborating the legend. Lamas of Karmapa Nyingmapa Sect regularly visit the Golden Temple in Amritsar even today. The monastery at Lachen, commemorates the Guru visit with his footprints, his robe and a water-carrying utensil (kamandal).

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Tuesday, 23 July 2013

Summit EMBASSY Siliguri - Brand New Addition to Summit Group Of Hotels & Resorts


Embassy in Siliguri is one of the premier economy hotels in the city. We at Embassy boast of having the best rooms and service in the city. The hotel is located right in the heart of the city which makes it the preferred choice. We cater to the needs of both the leisure as well as the business travelers and have proved to be one of the most popular hotels to stay in. The property is conveniently located in the heart of the city and is a great respite to travelers who take up Siliguri as a base to tour the other beautiful regions around. The famous Hong - Kong market is just a stones throw away from the hotel. Major shopping and trading zones are a minutes walk for the hotel.

                

Silguri is the main commercial city of North Bengal and its importance comes from its strategic location near international and state borders. The city connects three international borders - Bangladesh, China, and Nepal It is situated on the banks of the river Mahananda. Spread around the foothills of the eastern Himalayas, the town is an important transportation, trading and educational center and is blessed with the beauty of nature. Siliguri is a convenient base for travel to the various Himalayan hill stations like Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Gangtok. Saw milling and jute milling are important industries here and tea plantations are of main importance. Some places in Siliguri worth visiting include the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary known to be the home to varied flora, fauna, the famed Royal Bengal Tiger and Elephants. The tea gardens here are a major tourist attraction too. Monasteries like Salugara Monastery and Kalchakra Monastery are famous in the region too. Another famous religious site here is the ISCKON temple. It houses many beautiful idols of Advaita Acharya, Lord Narasimha, Lord Chaitanya and many more. 

               
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Thursday, 20 June 2013

Monsoons are here.. Let's Celebrate it!!!


Things To Do This Monsoon Season

With the dark clouds almost bursting at their seams, we know the monsoons have finally arrived and we cannot be more relieved.
  • This monsoon season make sure you make one attempt to splash around in the rain. If you have dogs, take them along. It’s probably the most fun you’ll have for a while. Getting drenched in the monsoon showers, splashing water and jumping into puddles takes you back to your childhood days. But if you really aren't up to getting soaked, simply open up your windows and enjoy the smell of the first rain.
  • Even though this weather may make you want to give up any sort of work or study, it’s important not to overdo exposing yourself to the rain. Stay healthy, avoid roadside food or anything water based. Remember you want to enjoy this season not spend it in the agony of pneumonia.
  • For those of you living by the sea or a short drive away, take a break from the hustle and bustle of your routine, leave your mobile phone at home and go for long walk by the sea.  
  • The summer’s gone and so have all  the fruity iced drinks and nimbu paanis you’re so bored of. Nothing complements the monsoon more than a hot drink. So this is your chance to tank up on all the hot chocolate and coffee you like. The upside to it? It lowers your chances of catching a dreadful cold.
  • The monsoons are the best season to go and visit various national parks. Discover various flora and fauna. And for the adventure-lovers, there's nothing like a long trek. So pack your bags and go.
  • If you cannot let them go outside to play, indulge in some good old indoor games like Scrabble and Cards or just Curl up with a romantic book or watch a romantic movie while lolling in bed. You can also enjoy the view from the window while listening to romantic songs.
  • Be stylish, vanity is a bad idea during the monsoons but you cannot be a bore and carry around a dull umbrella. Wear colourful raincoats and add colour to the otherwise cloudy day.
  • The downside of this season is that it often hinders you from socializing and going out. Take it positively and sit down to do something creative. Sit near your bedroom window and just watch the pitter-patter. If it doesn’t inspire you to sing, write or even paint, you’ll always remember it as time well-spent.                         
 

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