Darjeeling
There are many enchanting places to visit in Darjeeling. The scenic view of snow-clad Kanchenjunga is undoubtedly the best sight. White snow ranges assume a golden glow when the sun falls on it; making it all the more attractive. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway ride is an adventure in its own right. The toy trains that run on steam made it eligible for UNESCO’s affiliation as a World Heritage Site.
Some of the best sights of the valley can be seen in the ropeway ride. Many attest to the excitement guaranteed by the ride which takes you to a dizzying height of 2134 meters. Peace Pagoda was built as the symbol of universal peace that India stands for. The hill station is also famous for the tea plantations. You can enjoy the unique flavor of Darjeeling tea if you wish. When you get tired of visiting all the places you can go and be at peace in the Buddhist Monasteries in the land. Thus a tour to Darjeeling is a complete package.
Top attractions in Darjeeling
Best Time To Visit Darjeeling
The summer season which falls between April and June is the ideal time to visit Darjeeling. The weather during this season is very comfortable. So this time of the year sees an Rs.ush of travelers from all around India.
Nevertheless, many prefer to visit the hill station during winter, which is between November to January. The temperature during this time averages between 7 and 5 degrees Celsius. The hope of seeing the rare snowfalls in the region attracts tourists during this time.
How To Reach Darjeeling
- By Air: Located 96 kilometers away from the hill station, the Bagdogra Airport is the nearest spot that you can reach through the air. There are frequent services from the major cities in India and around the world to the airport. A cab will take you to Darjeeling within 3 hours.
- By Road: Darjeeling is connected to nearby cities of Siliguri, Kalimpong, and Kurseong via road. You can enjoy a great drive if you like to ride or hire a cab to reach the tourist spot. If you prefer a more economic method, bus services are also available at a cheap rate from nearby towns.
- By Rail: The New Jalpaiguri railway station which is located at a distance of 62 kilometers from the city center is the nearest one. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railways (DHR) Toy train service starts at New Jalpaiguri. It is the best and the most exciting way to reach the hill station. So we recommend it. You can also get a cab from the railway station which will take you to Darjeeling much faster.
