North India Tourist Destinations
Feel the Cool Waves of Darjeeling |
  
Darjeeling can rightly be called as the eclat and splendor of nature. This
hill town is perched at an altitude of 2134 m directly opposite the ranges of
Kanchenjunga the world's 3rd highest mountain. The beautiful valley of Darjeeling
is a popular hill station since the British regime and is encompassed by tea plantations
on all sides.
Lying in the eastern state of West Bengal the city offers
the cool and chilly weather of Himalayas. The breath-taking sunrise and sunsets
are memorable panorama at Darjeeling. It also offers a spectacular sight of the
snow capped mountains of the majestic Himalayas, the view of Kanchenjunga and
Mount Everest are specially resplendent.
Darjeeling is the most distinguished
tea-growing state also export tea to other countries. The city also has its religious
significance due to its Buddhist Monasteries and the Hindu temples that are quite
eminent for their architectural and cultural splendor.
MAIN
ATTRACTIONS OF DARJEELING CITY
Ghoom Buddhist Monastery
The most prestigious monastery in Darjeeling situated at a distance of about
8-km from the city. It sanctifies the holy image of Maitreya Buddha (the coming
Buddha). The sight is an important pilgrimage for the Buddhist community.
Tiger Hill
It the highest point in the city with a height of
2590m. The hill is quite renowned for its dazzling dawn view over the Kanchenjunga
peak just 11km from Darjeeling. It is also the hot picnic spot among the locals
as well as the foreigners.
Lloyds Botanical Garden
It is
a kaleidoscopic garden located below the market motor stand. The garden is famous
for its splendid accumulation of Himalayan plants, flowers, orchids and shrubs
have their medicinal value.
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
This wildlife park is perched on a high altitude and has great wild life
attractions. It is a new home for the Siberian Tiger, Himalayan Black Deer, Deer
Panda, Llama and birds. The park is also rich in its wild vegetation that supports
diverse number of species.
Toy Train of Darjeeling
The famous
Toy Train of Darjeeling was established in 117 and made its original trip in September
1881. Officially known as the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, it forms a route from
New Jalpaiguri (the current broad gauge railhead). The train covers a distance
of 88 km of which 16 km is in the plains. The journey takes up to 10 hours these
days including its stops. Travel through Darjeeling Toy Train is just a magnificent
experience for a tourist.
Trekking In Darjeeling
Considered
as a Queen of Hill Station the city recognized as one of the best Hill Resorts.
Darjeeling is also an absolute heaven for trekkers and adventure lovers. Trekking
in Darjeeling will takes you to places from where one can feel the proximity of
the sky above and is still in its pristine glory. It offers a splendid beauty
of snow-capped mountains with the sublime grandeur of the Himalayas.
Shopping Halt
Every shopper includes the purchase of tea in its shopping
list that can be obtained from many government and private outlets. Other shopping
charm includes Tibetan handicrafts, ladies scarves and other antiques. Gorkha
knives, locally made carpets, leatherwork and woodwork are also attractions of
the city. Major shopping hub are- Hayden Hall, Manjusha (West Bengal Emporium),
Gram Shilpa and Tibetan Refugees Self-Help Center.
Mode of Transport
Air: The nearest airport is at Bagdogra, 90 km away from Darjeeling.
Darjeeling is well connected to all major cities of India by domestic airlines.
Rail: New Jalpaiguri /Siliguri is the main railway station for
all trains, except the toy train running to Darjeeling. Siliguri is also connected
to Kolkatta.
Road: The city is well connected by means of bus
services, there are bus connections to Darjeeling from Siliguri, Bagdogra, Gangtok,
Kurseong and Kathmandu. Deluxe and Semi-Deluxe buses also operate on these routes.
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