Darjeeling also known as ‘Queen of Hills’ is regarded as one of the best hill station of Northern India which offers numerous sightseeing location and adventures that attracts people from all over the world. Besides, the town is also known for Darjeeling Tea that is referred as one of the best tea leaves in the world. Make a plan to visit amazing Darjeeling and explore the beauty of amazing destinations.
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR)
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway or DHR is popular among tourists due to the toy train that runs along a narrow gauge of 2ft along the beautiful valleys of the city. The DHR is also known for its luxury hospitality services along the journey. DHR has been also recognized in the list of World Heritage sites by UNESCO.
Tiger Hill
Situated at a height of 2,590 meters, Tiger Hill is one of the popular tourist spots of Darjeeling. On a clear sunny day, the place offers a breathtaking view of Mt. Kanchenjunga and Mt. Everest along with other peaks of the Himalayan creating a picture-perfect view of the place.
Batasia Loop
Batasia Loop is another hotspot for tourists located at a distance of 5km from the city of Darjeeling. The place includes a rail track for a toy train that takes a 360-degree loop around the park. The place with its scenic beauty of nature and DHR is a must-visit place in Darjeeling.
Rock Garden
Rock Garden is another popular tourist spot located at a distance of 10 km from the city. Made by the Department of Tourism of West Bengal the garden was made to promote tourism in offbeat destinations of Darjeeling. Ganga Maya Park and Chunu Falls are other nearby attractions.
Peace Pagoda
Peace Pagoda is a stupa built by the Japanese monk Nichidatsu Fuji as a symbol of peace for all religions of the world. The stupa is among the 80 peace pagodas located all over the world. The place on a clear day offers a stunning view of the Himalayas and the city of Darjeeling.
Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park
Regarded as one of the best zoos in India, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park is a popular tourist destination in Darjeeling. Established in the year 1958, the zoo is home to rare animal and bird species and is known as the breeding centre for Red Panda and Snow Leopard.
Ghoom Monastery
Yiga Choeling Monastery popularly known as Ghoom Monastery is another beautiful sightseeing option for the tourists of Darjeeling. The monastery is widely known for housing a 15-foot-tall statue of Maitreya Buddha and a huge collection of Buddhist manuscripts believed to be spoken by Lord Buddha.
Chowrasta
Nestled in the heart of Darjeeling city, Chowrasta is a hub of tourism that offers rich culture and scenic views of the beautiful landscapes of the city. The place is popular for hosting multiple festivals and music events attracting music followers from all over the world.
Lloyd Botanical Garden
Lloyd Botanical Garden is another sightseeing option for visitors known to have been built as a gift to Darjeeling from William Lloyd in 1878. The garden is home to some of the indigenous species of flowers and plants. Spread across 40 acres of land the garden houses more than 150 varieties of cacti making it a must-visit place for nature lovers.
Chatakpur
Nestled in the dense forest of Senchal Wildlife Sanctuary, Chatakpur is a pristine village located on the top hill of Ghoom station. Once used to be a timber den the place offers an authentic lifestyle of the village with Homestays that provide comfortable stays amidst the beauty of nature.
Happy Valley Tea Estate
Situated at a height of 2,100 m and spread across 440 acres of land, Happy Valley Tea Estate is the second oldest tea garden in Darjeeling. The tea garden located in the beautiful valley of Darjeeling at a distance of 3km offers scenic beauty with its surrounding alpine forests and lush mountains.
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
HMI is one of the iconic landmarks for the tourists of Darjeeling. Built-in honor of Tenzing Norgay, the institute is one of the best mountaineering institutes in the world. The places inform about the history of mountaineering and its development long the years. It also encourages people to opt for mountaineering as a career with various training programs.
