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A DIGITAL NOMAD VILLAGE
Yakten, Sikkim

As India’s first digital nomad village, Yakten is an unassuming destination with rolling alpine forests and little village homes speckled within, with views of Mt. Kanchenjunga on a clear day. It is also a one-of-a-kind destination that has managed to seamlessly install extensive digital infrastructure without compromising on Sikkim’s ethos of sustainability. The project, called ‘Nomad Sikkim’, is a joint initiative of the District Administrative Centre, Pakyong and Sarvahitey NGO. The homestays in Yakten come equipped with high-speed internet, uninterrupted mobile service and power backup. This is over and above the homestay must-haves of cultural connection, organic meals and nature explorations. Yakten is an ornithological hotspot with numerous Himalayan bird species inhabiting the area. The village and nearby trails are also great for hikes.

Ref- The inflight magazine for Indigo Airlines