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Considered one of the most popular
hill stations in India, Darjeeling is a city and municipality in the Indian
state of West Bengal. Having captured the hearts of the British Raj as a place
of retreat, Darjeeling has gone on to become a tourist destination magnet for
tourists around the world. Besides its pleasant climate, Darjeeling is famous
for its high-quality tea known the world over as “Darjeeling Tea.” Darjeeling’s
tea gardens and estates allow you to take a tour and witness the tea production
processes as well as taste tea at their outlets.
Besides tea gardens, there are
countless tourist places to visit in Darjeeling such as great viewpoints,
Buddhist monasteries, historical churches and temples, museums, art galleries,
parks & gardens, waterfalls, and cable car rides offering you stunning
views of the mountain landscapes and much more.
Darjeeling is a popular destination
for honeymoon couples, family trips, student educational tours, etc.
Best time to visit
The best time to visit Darjeeling is
in the summer months of April-June and between October-December in winters.
How to get there
Darjeeling is easily accessible by
road. The nearest airport from Darjeeling is Bagdogra and the nearest railway
station from Darjeeling is NJP. For local transport in Darjeeling, a large
number of taxis are available.
Here are some of the must-visit
places in Darjeeling
(1) Tiger Hill
While holidays are for relaxation, dedicate one day to waking up early in the
morning to experience the sunrise in Darjeeling like never before from Tiger
Hill. Once you are at Tiger
Hill in Darjeeling, the view of the sunrise from atop makes the whole thing
worthwhile. Tiger Hill is located 11 km (6.8 miles) from Darjeeling town and is
located above Ghoom. It's the highest point in the Darjeeling hills at an
altitude of 8482 feet (or 2590 meters). People from many places visit
Darjeeling just to view the breathtaking views of Mt. Everest and Mt.
Khangchendzonga from Tiger Hill.
Read: Things to remember before visiting Tiger Hill in
Darjeeling
The best time to visit Tiger Hill is between April-May. You will
also get an uninterrupted view of the sunrise from Darjeeling without any
clouds or fog. Colorful flowers like rhododendrons also bloom during this time
in Darjeeling. You can also get some snow in Tiger Hill in Darjeeling if luck
favours you. Recently, Darjeeling has witnessed snowfall in the month of January.
Book an activity: Cycling in Tiger Hill
View from Tiger Hill, Darjeeling
(2) Ghoom Monastery
On your way back from Tiger Hill, you can visit Ghoom Monastery
popularly named Yiga Choeling. The Ghoom Monastery in Darjeeling is open from 9
am to 6 pm and you will need atleast 1-2 hours to explore the monastery. No
entry fee is required but you need to pay for a still camera: INR 10 and video
shot: INR 50. Ghoom Monastery also preserves some rare handwritten Buddhist
manuscripts.
(3) Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
The
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in Darjeeling was established on 4th November
1954. The place was established in Darjeeling to encourage mountaineering as an
organized sport in India. Many students of schools and colleges from many
places visit this place in Darjeeling.
Read: A
glimpse into the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in Darjeeling
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(4) Batasia Loop
Another popular place in Darjeeling is Batasia Loop where the toy
train passes in a loop-like pattern. From here, you can enjoy a 360-degree view
of Darjeeling’s picture-perfect landscape. There is also an eco-garden and war
memorial here. If you’ve taken the Toy
Train, it will stop at Batasia Loop for 10 minutes for passengers to admire the
view. The place is open from 6 am to 5 pm. The entry fee is INR 15.
Read: Get a new perspective of Darjeeling by Toy Train
Darjeeling Toy Train
(5) Japanese Temple
An
interesting and puzzling tourist place you will come across is the Japanese
Temple built in the traditional Japanese architectural style. It is one of the
major Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Darjeeling.
Other Must-Visit Places in Darjeeling
Other equally popular places you can visit in Darjeeling include P. N. Zoological Park, Tenzing Rock, Rock Garden, Ganga Maya Park, and Tibetan Refugee Self-help Centre in Darjeeling.
A trip to Darjeeling is incomplete without a tour of its tea estates. You get a tour of the tea gardens and factory and a sampling session.
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I love visiting Darjeeling, especially for the laid-back vibe. And the tea shops are a delight to visit. Don’t miss eating at the iconic Glenary’s; its bakery products are a treat!
Visited Darjeeliing in 2018. It has been my family's favorite holiday destination since then. Planning to visit this summer as well.