Attractions & Places

to Visit in Darjeeling

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Also known as the Rangeet Valley Passenger Cable Car, this 5-kilometre-long (two-way) ropeway consists of sixteen cars which glide over manicured tea bushes and dense forests. The 20-minute ride takes you down to the Takvar tea estate where you can explore the village, sip some tea and laze around amidst the greens.

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Located 6 kms from Darjeeling, one of its oldest monasteries (also known as Yiga Choeling Monastery) is home to a 15-feet statue of Maitreya (the Future Buddha), stunning Tibetan architecture and an extensive collection of invaluable manuscripts that include the 108-volume Kangyur, supposed to have been spoken by the Buddha himself.

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This serene viewpoint offers stunning vistas of the surrounding hills and valleys, making it a popular spot for photography. The Seti Mata Temple adds a spiritual touch to the scenic beauty.

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A quiet and scenic village around 4 kms away from Kurseong railway station, St Mary’s Hill is home to the grand European-style Eastern Forest Rangers’ College and St John Berchmans Church, the primary place of worship for the village’s Catholic majority. Another landmark here is the Grotto of the Virgin Mary dedicated to Our Lady of Lourdes, a copy of the original, which is at a place called Lourdes in France. This grotto attracts devotees for its miraculous powers.

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Perched amidst sprawling tea gardens, this site features a 40-feet statue of Lord Hanuman constructed by the Gorkha Territorial Administration. It was officially declared open in the year 2021 on the auspicious occasion of Hanuman Jayanti and It offers panoramic views of Kurseong town and the Kanchenjunga range.

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At an altitude of 2,567 metres, the highest observation point in the region offers panoramic views of Mount Kanchenjunga. The surrounding landscape is dotted with lush greenery, tea gardens and rhododendron forests, making it an ideal spot for leisurely walks and exploration.

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A UNESCO World Heritage Site recognised for its cultural and historical significance, the toy train - a marvel of engineering - offers an enchanting 87 km sojourn across 870 curves and loops, chugging through lush tea gardens, stunning hills and pretty villages.

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Marvel at the engineering brilliance of the Batasia (windy place) Loop where the railway line negotiates a circle and descends 1000 ft. in altitude, taking the iconic toy train on a stunning spiral amidst lush gardens. Offering spectacular vistas of Mount Kanchenjunga, it also has a War Memorial in commemoration of the brave Gorkha Soldiers who sacrificed their life to protect the sovereignty of the nation and a small market where you can shop for souvenirs.

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Dedicated to the conservation of wildlife, the country’s highest altitude zoo is world-renowned for its pioneering captive breeding project of rare species including the Snow Leopard, Siberian Tiger, Red Panda, Himalayan Salamander, Tibetan Wolf among others. Along with its huge aviary and diverse landscape, it offers a journey of discovery for those with a passion for conservation and a desire to connect with nature on a deeper level.

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This gleaming white, spiritually-uplifting monument is one of over 70 pagodas built around the world under the supervision of Buddhist monk, Nichidatsu Fujii, founder of Japanese Buddhist Nipponzan Myohoji organization. It has four gold-polished statues of the Buddha and stories from his life carved on the walls. Along with the tranquil atmosphere, you can get panoramic vistas of Darjeeling and Mt. Kanchenjunga from here on a clear day.

Description :

Also known as the Rangeet Valley Passenger Cable Car, this 5-kilometre-long (two-way) ropeway consists of sixteen cars which glide over manicured tea bushes and dense forests. The 20-minute ride takes you down to the Takvar tea estate where you can explore the village, sip some tea and laze around amidst the greens.

Description :

Located 6 kms from Darjeeling, one of its oldest monasteries (also known as Yiga Choeling Monastery) is home to a 15-feet statue of Maitreya (the Future Buddha), stunning Tibetan architecture and an extensive collection of invaluable manuscripts that include the 108-volume Kangyur, supposed to have been spoken by the Buddha himself.

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This beautiful garden located atop a hill boasts of flowering plantations, a watch tower and a stunning viewpoint offering a fascinating view of the surrounding mountains on a clear day. A concrete altar with a khukri (traditional Nepali knife) placed on it commemorates the Gorkhas who lost their lives in the 1988 unrest.