Darjeeling Tourism

Known for the best tea gardens, Darjeeling is a sterling getaway for the vacation. Nestled in the mighty Mt. Kanchenjunga, Tibetan Monasteries, Mt Everest and lots more, this makes Darjeeling one of the most visited hillocks and thus named as "Queen of Hillocks". Being one of the most attractive places in India, Darjeeling has lots of noteworthy places to explore and hence, you need flawless travel services. So, Darjeeling Travels has a wide variety of car services for travelers. Located in Bagdogra, Darjeeling Travels offer the finest outstation car rental services. The traveler can leisurely explore sightseeing and idyllic scenic beauty of Darjeeling at affordable prices. 

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About Darjeeling

Also famous as the Queen of Hills, Darjeeling is a jaw dropping hillock that has mesmerizing sunrises, untouched beauty of the green lush hills, and welcoming smiles of the Darjeeling residents of the local people make the place more enchanting. Nestled on the outskirts of steep mountain ranges, Darjeeling is situated at the height of 2050 meters on the sea level. Moreover, it has cool climate all the year-round. The scenic and beautiful hill station is the idyllic getaway for quality vacation and romantic honeymoon. Likewise, it is only 700 kilometers from the historic city of Kolkata.

Darjeeling is a hotspot with hot and humid summers. It is one of the most popular destinations in North East India. Surrounded by splendid tea gardens, mighty mountain, meandering toy trains, mouth-watering authentic Tibetan cuisine, Darjeeling caters gorgeous and picturesque panorama of Himalayas.

Queen of Hillocks,

Darjeeling is known as the Queen of Hillocks or Queen of Himalayas and there is a reason behind it. There are more than 86 tea fields in Darjeeling that produce the most prominent and world-famous “Darjeeling Tea”. Having a cup of tea, otherwise called brewed chai amidst the green lush mountains are truly mesmerizing.

Places to Explore in Darjeeling:

Prominent as one of the most beautiful and bewitching hillocks of India, Darjeeling is a perfect destination that has in stored lots of snow, lush Himalayan mountains, valleys, momos, tea, monastery. Amidst the green vegetation and hillocks, the place has a tranquil scenic beauty. You can surely cherish the vacation and time.

Being the favourite summer getaways for the tourists, Darjeeling has lots of places to visit.

1.     Tiger Hill: Just like other hillocks, Darjeeling is filled with attractive and captivated hills. If a traveller can bear chilling cold, the hill gives a charismatic morning sun ray from the mighty Mt Everest. Likewise, it is one of the most preferred locations for image clickers and social media freaks. Click instagrammable images and upload with varying filters. It has a mesmerizing aura as well as gives natural green panorama. Experience spectacular morning sun rays and get a different experience of the hills and peaks respectively.

2.     Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park: Rich with flora and fauna, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park is one of the most exquisite places to visit in Darjeeling. The mesmerizing park caters the best nature spots and it is home to snow leopards and other wildlife animals of the country. A traveler can get a chance to see Himalayan Bears, Clouded Leopards, Red Pandas and lots more.

3.     Batasia Loop: Elevated under the Ghum, Batasia Loop serves the spiral railway via a tunnel to make the journey all exciting. With rich flora and fauna and panoramic view, it is one of the most attractive areas that offers a flawless view to the travelers. It has lush greenery and it is surely not to be missed places in the city. A picturesque hotspot with loopy tracks.

4.     Ghoom Monastery: Prominent as Yiga Choeling Monastery, Ghoom Monastery is one of the most popular destinations nestled in the downwards area of Ghoom Railway Station. This tormenting is one of the ancient places and surely reflects the glorious Buddhist culture. Click beautiful images in royal attire is one of the best time spending moments.

5.     Nightingale Park: Take around in the splendid Nightingale Park and explore breathtaking views in the scenic and salubrious mountainous areas. Also known as Shrubbery region of Darjeeling, it is the perfect hotspot amidst nature and displays an enchanting Shiva statue accompanying the musical fountain in the middle side of the park.

6.     St Andrew’s Church: Are you looking for a religious and historical site at a time? St Andrew’s Church is the best spot to serve you both in abundance. Constructed in the colonial time, the elegant church is the finest sacred places and it is a memorable architectural marvel. Moreover, the site has plenty of past stories attached to. This makes the sight worth visiting.

There are also many other places to visit in the alluring Darjeeling. Apart from the places to visit there are a plethora of things to buy-in Darjeeling. The bewitching hillock is a great getaway for relaxation and resting. Likewise, you will be happy to know that it offers some retail therapy options to its travelers. Being one of the coldest places, it offers creative and hueful scarves, shawls, jackets, and hats. Surrounded by the lush green natural fields, Darjeeling is home to a wide range of tea. Moreover, it offers handicrafts and other extravagant Tibetan items.

1.     Hand Knitted Items: Darjeeling is a favorite winter spot and people can get classic range of shawls, hand-knitted sweaters, and lots of creative materials. Additionally, Mahakal Market is the place for good winter coats and jackets. Formerly known as Bhutia, this marketplace is one of the most attractive places to visit.

2.     Chowk Bazaar: Do you wish to buy the regular groceries at budget-friendly costs? Then Chowk Bazaar is one of the most visited sights. Being the perfect shopping hub of bewitching Darjeeling, you can get a number of household items as well as groceries here. Home appliances, power banks and lots more at budget-friendly costs. What more can you ask for?

3.     Tibetan Self Help Center: Darjeeling has instore intricately-made home accessories. One of the most famous items is their classy rich and vibrant carpets with a wide range of designs. A visit here is a must to buy jackets, scarves and lots more.

4.     Chowrasta: Darjeeling takes you to the most exquisite and royal place full of handicrafts and souvenirs. The seductive place serves a range of artifacts, woolen clothes, photograph equipment, books and much more.

5.     Small Café: Tea is one of the most prominent and eminent treasures of Darjeeling. There are several café and tea boutiques that serve the succulent tea to its travelers. Do check out Afternoon Tea and House of Tea at Windamere.

There are also many things to do here like exploring dragon market for creative woolen clothes, rink mall for freaking out, read books at Oxford Book Store and much more.

Best Time to Visit Darjeeling:

Nestled amidst the mighty and beautiful Himalaya ranges, Darjeeling is one of the best weekend getaways in-between months of April and June. Moreover, September to December is also the perfect time to experience the evocative and picturesque place. Autumn time is a great time to chill out here. During winters, the temperature falls between 6 degrees to 1-degree celsius whereas summers can be wonderful too with 14 deg to 8 deg celsius. Idyllic time for adventure and thrill activities.

Final Words:  

A trip to Darjeeling would be incomplete without visiting some of the most interesting and vibrant hotspots. Moreover, you can reach Darjeeling catching a flight, train or a private car respectively. Popularly known ad Mecca of Tea, Darjeeling is the leading place for Tea Tourism. The mesmerizing city also produces Champagne of Tea. The place has ample sprawling tea gardens with varying delectable flavors of tea. So, visiting here with the loved one and sipping the cup of finest aromatic tea is the idyllic thing one can ever experience. Moreover, the mighty mountains and green foliage of Darjeeling serves you peace, tranquillity and jollity moments. What more can we ask for?