Darjeeling
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Darjeeling is one of the most popular tourist destination in West Bengal , India. The town, Darjeeling was built up by British for their convenience and to take cold essence in this tropical country, India. There are so many reasons which made this town famous worldwide. The spectacular view of Mt. Khanchendzonga, world’s 3rd highest peak, you can observe from here. Tea Industry – Darjeeling tea also is honoured for its fragrant worldwide. Another famous one is Darjeeling Himalayan Railway ( locally known as joy ride ), a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE. So, Darjeeling is called as ‘Queen of Hills’. You can see British bungalows in famous tea gardens.
As per history said, Previously Darjeeling was belong to Sikkim State. Because of its geographical position, Darjeeling was under close observation of British Raj and ultimately they were successful to capture this beautiful place on 1st February, 1835. From that time, Darjeeling belongs to state West Bengal, India. After taking time, they made this town as a mini Scotland. They planted tea gardens , established some missionaries school etc., - actually they wanted to make this city as 2nd home within West Bengal.
How to reach Darjeeling
Nearest Airport : Bagdogra Airport (IXB). It is about 70 kilometers from Darjeeling by road Nearest Railway Station : NJP Railway Station (NJP). It is about 73 kilometers from Darjeeling by road.
What to see in Darjeeling / Best Places to see in Darjeeling
- Tea Gardens - Darjeeling Tea is world famous for the essence of it.
- Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda - Japanese temple and Peace Pagoda is located in Darjeeling about the distance from Darjeeling main city is about 10 minutes driving. These two places are very popular among tourists and located just side bu side. The Japanese Temple is a white colored, beautiful two storied building, was built in the year 1972. The another name of the temple is Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple. In Peace Pagoda, You will find the four avatars of of Lord Buddha. With the beautiful view from the top of the Peace Pagoda it has been one of the most attractive tourist destinations in Darjeeling.
- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute - Sherpa Tenzing Norgay, who first reached on the highest peak of Mt. Khanchendzonga along with Sir Edmund Hillary on 29th May, 1953. The HMI (Himalayan Mountaineering Institute) was found by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of Independent India on 4th November, 1954. Now HMI is one of the leading mountaineering institute in india.
- Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery - Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop and Ghum Monastery are the three points of Darjeeling which are generally visited in the early morning session. Tiger Hill is famous for the view of Mt. Khanchendzonga at the time of Sunrise. Batasia Loop is about 5 kilometers from Darjeeling town. This Batasia Loop is a spiral railway which was created to lower the gradient of the ascent of Darjeeling Himalayan Railway in Darjeeling district of West Bengal. Ghum Monastery, was established in the year 1850 by the Mongolian Astrologer and monk Sokpo Sherab Gyatso, is a popular monastery near Ghum.
- Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park - Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park is one of the largest high altitude zoo in India, located in Darjeeling, west Bengal. This zoological park was established on 14th August, 1958. The zoo attracts about 3 lakh tourist every year throught the world.
- Rock Garden and Ganga maiya Park - Rock Garden and Ganga Maiya Park are man made and very popular tourist attractions in Darjeeling. The view of the way to these places is just mind blowing
- Mirik - Mirik is a small town near Darjeeling. It is just 60 kilometers by road from Darjeeling to Mirik.
- Lepchajagat - Lepchajagat is now a popular off beat destination near Darjeeling. It is about 14 kilometers from Darjeeling to Lepchajagat.
- Takdah - Takdah is very popular for its natural beauty and British Bungalows to be stayed. It is about 26 kilometers from Darjeeling to Takdah.
- Tinchuley - Tinchuley is nearer to Takdah. A spectacular view of Mt. Khanchendzonga you can experience from here. It is about 28 kilometers from Darjeeling to Tinchuley.
- Lamahatta - Lamahatta is newly tourist attraction near Darjeeling and it is famous for the man made Lamahatta Park. It is about 21 kilometers from Darjeeling to Lamahatta.
- Dawaipani - Dawaipani had been very newly added in the tour map of North Bengal or North East India. The natural beauty is just fabulous in this place with 270 degree view of Mt. Khanchendzonga range. It is about 21 kilometers from Darjeeling to Dawaipani by road.
- Rangoon - Rangaroon is also a virgin tourist destination near Darjeeling with lovely natural beauty. It is about 11 kilometers from Darjeeling to Rangaroon by road.
Where to stay in Darjeeling
Different categories of hotels in Darjeeling are available. But you can look forward to homestays in Darjeeling for to stay in pure homely atmosphere.
