Darjeeling (West Bengal)
- Known for tea plantations, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and stunning Kanchenjunga views
Darjeeling Travel Guide – The Queen of the Hills
Nestled in the Himalayan foothills of West Bengal, Darjeeling is a charming hill station famous for its tea gardens, colonial architecture, and breathtaking views of Mt. Kanchenjunga. With toy train rides, Buddhist monasteries, and adventure activities, Darjeeling offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and heritage.
Top Tourist Attractions in Darjeeling
Scenic Viewpoints & Nature Attractions
- Tiger Hill (11 km from Darjeeling)
- Best spot for a stunning sunrise view of Kanchenjunga & Mount Everest.
- Best Time to Visit: 4:00 AM – 6:00 AM (Start early to avoid crowds).
- Batasia Loop & War Memorial
- A scenic railway loop offering a 360-degree view of Darjeeling & the Himalayas.
- Best experienced on the Darjeeling Toy Train ride.
- Rock Garden & Ganga Maya Park
- A picturesque waterfall garden, perfect for nature lovers.
- Timings: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Darjeeling Ropeway (Rangeet Valley Cable Car)
- Offers a panoramic aerial view of tea gardens & valleys.
- Timings: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Heritage & Cultural Sites
- Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- A vintage steam train ride between Darjeeling & Ghoom.
- Timings: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Ticket Price: ₹1,500 (Steam), ₹1,000 (Diesel)
- Peace Pagoda
- A beautiful white Buddhist stupa offering serene views of Darjeeling.
- Ghoom Monastery (8 km from Darjeeling)
- One of the oldest Tibetan monasteries, housing a 15-ft tall Buddha statue.
- Bhutia Busty Monastery
- A stunning Buddhist monastery with views of Kanchenjunga.
Wildlife & Adventure
- Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
- Famous for Red Pandas, Snow Leopards & Himalayan Black Bears.
- Timings: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Entry Fee: ₹30
- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI)
- Established by Tenzing Norgay, with a mountaineering museum & training center.
- Timings: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Entry Fee: ₹60
- Tenzing Rock & Gombu Rock
- Best place for rock climbing & adventure training.
Nearby Attractions (Day Trips from Darjeeling)
- Mirik Lake (Sumendu Lake) (49 km from Darjeeling)
- A scenic lake surrounded by pine trees & tea gardens.
- Boating & horse riding available.
- Lamahatta Eco Park
