Description
Routes in Sikkim is a detailed military and geographical guide compiled by William Frederick Travers O’Connor for the British Indian Army’s Intelligence Branch. The book outlines key travel routes across Sikkim, focusing on terrain, distances, elevations, water sources, and strategic passes. Intended to support military planning, trade, and exploration, it served as a critical resource during British expeditions into Tibet. The work reflects the British Empire’s geopolitical interests and provides valuable insight into early 20th-century Himalayan geography and logistics.