Darjeeling

Darjeeling is also known as "Queen of hills'. This famous hill station in the state of West Bengal in India is one of the highlights of tourism in India and West Bengal tourism have a major advantage of the large number of Indian and international tourists visiting Darjeeling every year. The city is also capital of the district of Darjeeling, which is the northernmost district of West Bengal bordering Nepal. The city offers a fantastic holiday in summer and winter. Views Himalayas, especially the magnificent view of Kanchenjunga is one of the biggest attractions in Darjeeling. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, popularly known as the train has become the symbol of Darjeeling

Major tourist attractions in Darjeeling

Every corner of Darjeeling attracts tourists. The shopping center, sloping streets, the beautiful colonial buildings, pine trees, temples, monasteries and even train whistle toy combine to give Darjeeling one of the best hill stations in India.

Darjeeling Mall

The Mall is one of the most popular places in Darjeeling. It is the center of tourism in the city and most hotels are clustered around the mall. The Mall is also the location of taxi stand from where tourists can hire taxis to places in and around Darjeeling. Many shops, including old bookshops and souvenir shops are a big draw in the mall. The first site to receive tourists in shopping center, local offering pony and photographers clicking pictures of people riding the pony. People are tired of walking can take a break and sit on benches placed many in the commercial and sip tea sold by the excellent local tea farmers. There are many restaurants, cafes and ice cream shops throughout the mall. Early in the morning and the evening is the best time for a walk in the mall.

Ghoom Monastery

Ghoom is the ultimate destination of the famous Darjeeling toy train. Located six kilomerters from Darjeeling, Ghoom is home to the famous Ghoom monastery at an altitude of 2407 meters. The main attraction of the monastery has a statue of Maitreya Buddha, 4.5 meters.

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Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

This institute is an interesting tourist information, providing information on mountaineering and the history of mountaineering in the region. Climbing gear is on display here, along with rare photographs of Mount Everest and other major expeditions to the mountains. The Foundation was established in1954 after a successful conquest of Mount Everest, and offers courses in mountaineering and climbing.

Bhutia Bustier

This beautiful monastery situated on the road CR Das was transferred in 1879 from its original location on the hill observatory. The monastery has a library containing many interesting ancient Buddhist texts and scrolls.

Observatory Hill

This place is a popular place where visitors can get a magnificent view over the whole region and Mount Kanchenjunga, in a clear sunny day.

There are many other tourist attractions in Darjeeling. Among these is the famous tiger hill temple Dhirdham, Lebong the racetrack, and the museum of decorative art. Kalim Pong, Takdah, Mirik, Lava, and Lolegaon Sandakphu are some of the major tourist attractions, points near Darjeeling. A trip in Darjeeling offers fantastic opportunities for shopping and many adventure activities.