Top 10 Places to see in Darjeeling in summer holidays
Nestled in the lap of Himalayan ranges in the state of West Bengal, Darjeeling is a paradise on earth surrounding by lush greenery, beautiful mountain ranges, amazing view of snow-capped peaks — mainly Mount Kanchenjunga is the pride of tourism in North-East and West Bengal was the summer retreat for the British Raj Elite. It still remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Darjeeling Himalayan Railway or Toy Train that is in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites started in the year of 1881. What makes its wonderful is the distinctive black tea that is world-famous by the name of Darjeeling Tea — grown on the plantation — dotting its surrounding slopes. Choosing the best Darjeeling tour packages or Darjeeling holiday packages is certainly a good way of exploring more attractions.
Top 10 places to see in the beautiful hill station are the following,
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Darjeeling Zoo
You tour to Darjeeling is counted as incomplete without exploring it. It was established in hone of Tenzing Norgay. Here, adventure sport enthusiasts learn how to cross mountains worldwide. Zoo is also an attraction here where you will see Red Pandas, Snow Leopards, Tibetan Wolf and a lot more.
Tiger Hill
It is the highest point in Darjeeling known for the dazzling sunrise view of Kanchenjunga and snow covered peaks of the entire eastern Himalayan Range.
Batasia Loop
Located at a walking distance from Darjeeling City Center just below Ghoom, Batasia Loop is a loop or a spiral of a narrow gauge railway track where toy train negotiates. It is a wonderful place to see. It is perfect for the view of Darjeeling’s landscape, Kanchenjunga and other eastern Himalayan peaks.
Darjeeling Ropeway
It has been offering nature’s all view at one place — known as Rangeet Valley Passenger Cable Car. You will see spread of lush tea gardens, dense forests, mountain stream and waterfalls. Ropeway provides you the real beauty of Darjeeling.
Chowrasta or Darjeeling Mall
It is the central part of Hill Station of Darjeeling with flat area and public area where four roads meet. You will see here lovely boutique shops selling a variety of items.
Rock Garden & Ganga Maya Park
They are two wonderful parks at a few miles distance from city center. You will feel relaxed here.
Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda
This beautiful and sacred place is at the distance of 10 minutes distance by car where you can reach for tranquility and divinity. Temple is in traditional Japanese style.
Bengal Natural History Museum
This wonderful museum displays specimens of real creatures that had been captured stuffed and preserved.
Observatory Hill and Mahakal Temple
It is among the top 10 attractions in Darjeeling behind the mall, Observatory Hill that is an ideal place to get a 260 degree view of Darjeeling and peaks in surrounding areas. Don’t miss to see Mahakal Temple.
Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center
Located on a hill top, it is a place to see people hand crafting items. You can buy different handcrafted items here.
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