Indian Hill stations

Darjeeling Diaries: Exploring the “Queen of Hills”

DEC 20-26 ’23
Darjeeling, West Bengal

Darjeeling is a hill station amidst the Mighty Himalayas, where local culture intertwines with panoramic views of the Himalayas.

Why Darjeeling?

“A place where sunrise begins with a cup of tea with a view of Mighty Himalayas”

Darjeeling is a quaint hill station amidst the Himalayas. It is renowned for its lush green tea gardens which are famous worldwide.

This hill station still bears the touch of colonial history and architecture. From having the age-old Darjeeling Himalayan Railway to having serene Buddhist monasteries, Darjeeling offers a plethora of experiences for a traveler seeking adventure and peace with the essence of the Himalayan Spirit.

Why visit Darjeeling?

Darjeeling offers a lot to its tourists. Here are some of the most important reasons

“Toy Trains”
The Himalayas
Tea gardens
Friendly People

Tiger Hill

Located near Darjeeling, this tourist spot is situated at an elevation of 2500 meters and is flocked by hundreds of tourists daily. This spot provides a spectacular view of the Kanchenjunga Mountain ranges of the Himalayas.

Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

This zoo is the home to various creatures that are found in and around the Himalayas. The zoo took an active role in conserving several endangered species and preserving them in a natural habitat.

Darjeeling Himalayan Railways

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railways are denoted as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is also known as the “Toy Train” which is a short train ride in a steam-run engine around the beautiful landscape of Darjeeling. This is an essential element of Darjeeling.

DEC 24, ’23

The Iconic Mall Road

The iconic Mall Road is situated in the heart of Darjeeling which is crowded with different kinds of shops ranging from garment shops to eateries to souvenir shops. This road serves as the cultural and commercial hub of Darjeeling which tourists visit at least once. The Mall Road features some wonderful Bengali and Tibetan restaurants. Mall Road provides a beautiful scenic view of the surrounding hills making it a must-visit spot for every tourist. Darjeeling’s social hub is a beautiful blend of history and culture mixed with modernity making it an integral part of experiencing Darjeeling.

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Take a look at the river amidst the hilly terrains and enjoy the beauty of nature!!

ABOUT ME!!

Hiii there!! I’m Pratim Mandal, a full-time student but a part-time traveler. I am originally from West Bengal, India and currently, I’m studying in Ontario, Canada. I enjoy traveling and exploring different cultures, lifestyles, and most importantly cuisines of different cultures. Join me on this journey as I travel around and experience nature. Let’s wander together and adopt a modern ideology of being a “nomad”.