Darjeeling Overview
We are all familiar with the old English Saying' Travel broadens the mind'. And what would possibly be a better place to be at then that of the Queen of the hills - Darjeeling. Whenever somebody talks about travelling, the most frequent destination that pops up to the imagination is Darjeeling. Nestled at a height of 2,042 meters, Darjeeling attracts tourists for its Exotic Natural Beauty, Magnificent History and Rich Culture. No wonder why Darjeeling is known as the queen of the hills.
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The History
The word Darjeeling comes from the Tibetan word 'Dorje' which means the thunderbolt Scepter of the Hindu deity Shiva and 'Ling' which means 'Land'. So Darjeeling is also known as 'The Land of The Thunderbolt'.
The Darjeeling we visit today has a heavy Colonial Influence to it. Since 1828, Britishers settled down in Darjeeling by building a sanatorium for the British Soldiers. In fact, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway which a very famous tourist attraction was built by the Britishers. And because of the Britishers love for the weather offered by Darjeeling, led to its transformation into a hill station.
Places to visit in Darjeeling
Darjeeling has a lot of beautiful places to offer. By selecting our Darjeeling Tour Package we will ensure that you don't miss out on a wonderful travel experience.
Tiger Hill
Anyone who visits Darjeeling obviously visits the Tiger Hill. It is situated 2590 meters from sea level. The tiger hill offers the most breathtaking view of the sunrays falling on the peak of Mt. Kanchenjunga. It's a view of a lifetime.
Sandakphu Peak
Sandakphu peak is the highest point west Bengal. And this is also the dream spot for many sport enthusiasts. Because of the trekking route. Experience the exotic vegetation and the beautiful view the place has to offer.
Batasia loop
The word Batasia means airy. The toy train takes a sharp turn at Batasia Loop providing a gorgeous 360 degree view of the Darjeeling town. That is something you surely do not want to miss. You also get the beautiful sceneries adorned by MT. Kanchenjunga and beautiful flora.
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
The Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park zoo is a place to visit for sure. The zoo is known for housing a wide range of fauna which includes the Red Panda, the Siberian tiger and a host of other species. What's more is that the zoological park is also running a successful Snow leopard breeding program which is not something you want to miss.
Japanese peace Pagoda
Getting away from the chaos of life and experiencing peace and tranquility is what people want. And that is what the Japanese peace Pagoda has to offer. Built by Nichidatsu Fuji, this place is bound to provide your mind and soul the peace you seek.
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
This establishment has stood as a pioneer in mountain climbing for the past 50 years. If you are an Mountain Climbing enthusiast, it will surely be a great place to visit.
Observatory Hill
This place provides a worthwhile view of the Snowcapped Mountains. Breathe in the splendid and undisturbed view and refresh your mind.
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway or the Toy train is a piece of history preserving the beauty of Darjeeling. UNESCO has tagged the DHR a world heritage site. Hop on, and experience the beauty of the hills as the train takes you along in a journey that you will not forget
Tinchuley Village
Tinchuley is a small village at 5800 ft. It's a quiet and peaceful village to enjoy few days in. It's surrounded by a naturally rich environment adding the joy of staying there.
