Queen of the Himalayas – Tourist spots of Darjeeling

Located in the Lesser Himalayas at an elevation of around 2000 m (6,700 ft) in West Bengal, Darjeeling is one of the most sought after hill stations in India. Darjeeling is the perfect gateway for all kinds of tourists and travelers and one of the best romantic honeymoon destinations in India. Some of the popular tourist spots of Darjeeling are Batasia Loop, Tea Gardens, Tiger Hill, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Nightingale Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute etc.

The Famous Batasia Loop of Darjeeling is a lush green pathway, a part of the toy train trail, which is meant to minimize the elevation of the train and for easy navigation around the terrain of the town. From here the enchanting views of the emerald natural carpets, the views of the peaks of Mt. Khangchendzonga, and endearing flowers can be seen. Another popular tourist spot of Darjeeling is Tiger Hill that lies at an altitude of 2590 m. Tiger Hill is famous for its astounding sunrise views from between the mountain peaks and is an amazing tourist spot. Darjeeling Ropeway was established in 1968 and is the first cable car in the whole of India. Today, it is a prime attraction from where the divine panoramic views of Darjeeling’s magical tea gardens, hills, and valleys can be seen.

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is also popular among tourists and anyone who visits Darjeeling should not miss riding on the toy train. Darjeeling’s Himalayan Mountaineering Institute also attracts tourists and is recognized as one of the best mountaineering institutes in the world. Rock Garden – an exquisite picnic spot, Singalila National Park – former wildlife sanctuary and Sandakphu Trek are also some of the popular tourist spots of Darjeeling.

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Fascinating things to do in Darjeeling

Darjeeling- the ‘Queen of Hills’, is located in the northern part of West Bengal and was one of the preferred destinations of Britishers during their invasion, due to its amazing scenic beauty and cool climate. Today also, Darjeeling is one of the places in eastern side of India that welcomes tourists from all around the world; plus there are many fascinating things to do in Darjeeling that no tourist would want to miss.

Sightseeing, monastic visit, toy train ride, and rock climbing are some of the most popular things to do in Darjeeling. Tiger Hill visit and sunrise view between gigantic Himalayas can amaze anyone. You may visit monasteries of Darjeeling to see Buddhist culture, architect, and beliefs. If you would like to spend some peaceful time in Darjeeling, you can visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda and rejuvenate your soul and witness panoramic views of Darjeeling landscape including Khangchendzonga Range.

Also, if you have an interest in mountaineering, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in Darjeeling is a must-visit place for you. Tenzing Rock nearby can also be in your to-do list of Darjeeling. Go on to ride cable cars (Rangeet Valley Passenger Cable Car of Darjeeling), and see the spread of lush green tea gardens on the hill slopes, flowing rivers, waterfalls, forests, and to top it all the magnificent view of the Great Himalayas. River rafting in Teesta River is also a thing in Darjeeling and if you are an adventure freak, do not miss this. Besides these, you can take a stroll on the beautiful tea gardens of Darjeeling and capture amazing pictures. Try delicious local cuisine and shop your heart out at Darjeeling.

Darjeeling is mesmerizing throughout the year and can be visited anytime. However, monsoons are not considered to be good to come to Darjeeling when October-April is preferred months to visit Darjeeling.

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Things to do in Darjeeling – A rambler’s diary

Darjeeling is a beautiful town in the eastern part of India also called as the queen of hills. It surely has all the factors to make anyone fall in love with it. It is also a popular tourist destination in this region of the country and offers numerous things to do.

Whether you are traveling with a group of friends or family or are a solo traveler, Darjeeling surely can take your breath away with what it has to offer. For nature addicts some of the places you can visit at Darjeeling are Tiger Hill – roughly 13 km from the main town and you can also visit several tea gardens. One popular tea garden is the Happy Valley Tea Garden which offers an experience in a platter: from indulging in a magnificent view of the tea garden to watching tea being made. Lebong Tea Garden is another beautiful tea garden situated at Lebong Cart Road you can visit.

Other iconic spots to visit are Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and riding on this old toy train must be one of the things to do here. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) is also a popular place to visit and is one of the most famous mountaineering institutes which hosts students from within the country and abroad, HMI is a treasure in Darjeeling. Similarly, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological park, popularly known as Darjeeling Zoo is a must visit place in Darjeeling.

There are many places where you can shop for local and non-local products in Darjeeling. Also while strolling through the town, do visit Chowrasta or the mall. Known as the heart of Darjeeling, the mall is a flat area, free of vehicles, primarily a place of relaxation for locals and tourists. Also try the cable ride that lets you look at the lush green tea gardens over the valleys of Darjeeling as well.

Some other places you can visit are the Rock Garden, Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda, Ghoom Monastery and Mahakal Temple. Make an addition to the list of things to do in Darjeeling by adding a day’s tour to one of the offbeat locations near Darjeeling to experience untainted natural beauty possessed by the mountain ranges.

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Seasons in Darjeeling: temperature in Darjeeling today

Darjeeling the “Queen of Hills” is beautifully perched on top of the hills of Eastern Himalayas at a height of 7100 ft. Darjeeling is not just popular for its tea industry but also for its tourism. The famous Darjeeling Himlayan Railways is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that connects the main town with the plains. There are numerous mesmerizing places to visit in Darjeeling and people who travel to Darjeeling also visit Mirik, Sikkim and Kalimpong since these places are in close proximity.

The main seasons in Darjeeling are winter, summer and monsoon. The winter ranges between November and February where the minimum temperature drops down to 2⁰ C and the maximum settles around 11⁰ C. During olden days, Darjeeling witnessed and enjoyed snowfall however due to the rise of temperature in Darjeeling today; there is no occurrence of snowfall. If you happen to travel to Darjeeling during winter be prepared to feel the cold of the hills and carry warm woolen clothes with you.

The summer season starts in March and lasts up to May. During summer Darjeeling is extremely comfortable and the temperature becomes pleasant. Summer is the best time to visit Darjeeling after winter. The average maximum temperature during this season is 18°C while the minimum goes down to cool 8°C. This is the reason why the British East India Company settled the town of Darjeeling to escape the summer heat of Kolkata.

It is not recommended to visit Darjeeling during monsoon since the weather becomes unpredictable and there are chances of heavy rainfall most of the time. Monsoon season in Darjeeling starts from June and ends in September. The town gets moderate to heavy rainfall during monsoon and the average rainfall during this time is 2300 mm. Though this season is not advised to visit the place, but after the rainfall Darjeeling looks extra beautiful, clean and green.

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Planning a trip? Best time to visit Darjeeling

Darjeeling in West Bengal is well known as the queen of hills located in the lesser Himalayas at an elevation of 6,700 ft. Darjeeling is a popular hill station that attracts many tourists from around the world. Best known for its mesmerizing natural beauty, tea industry, lush green hills, and the view of Khangchendzonga, Darjeeling is a popular spot for a memorable holiday.

Best time to visit Darjeeling is throughout the year but there are some months that work the best. Some of the popular places of attractions in Darjeeling are the Tiger Hill – the highest point of the district. Best time to visit Darjeeling may vary by the place you want to go, but the best time to visit Tiger Hill is between October-December. Batasia Loop is the perfect trail if you wish to witness the 360⁰ view of Darjeeling town within 20 minutes. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway passes through Batasia Loop and the best time to visit this place is between March-May and October-November. Darjeeling is also known for Singalila National Park located at an altitude of more than 7000ft above sea level. The best time to visit this national park in Darjeeling is between March-May and September-December.

Another place of attraction in Darjeeling is the Rock Garden located 10km from Darjeeling, a garden terraced with a natural waterfall called as the ‘Chunnu Summer Falls’. It is also called as the Barbotey Rock Garden and is a great place to visit in Darjeeling. While in Darjeeling do not forget to ride the famous Darjeeling Ropeway that was established in 1968 and is the first cable car system to have ever been established in India. Situated above Chowrasta Square at 2km from Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Station is the Observatory Hill, one of the most visited places in Darjeeling. Darjeeling is a blessing to India, one of the prides of the country. The best time to visit Darjeeling is between March-May, and October-November.

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