Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary
| Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
| Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary | |
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
Rhododendron at the sanctuary | |
Location in Sikkim, India Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary (India) | |
Interactive map of Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary | |
| Location | West Sikkim District, Sikkim |
| Nearest city | Soreng |
| Coordinates | 27°11.65′N 88°7.10′E / 27.19417°N 88.11833°E |
| Area | 104 km2 (40 sq mi) |
| Established | 2004 |
| Governing body | Government of India, Government of Sikkim |
The Varsey Rhododendron Sanctuary or Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary occupies 104 km2 in the Singalila Range in western Sikkim. It borders on Nepal to the west, and the state of West Bengal to the south across the Rambong Khola stream. The rhododendrons bloom from March till May.