It is said that if there is heaven in West Bengal, it must be in Darjeeling. The beauty of the long stretch of Himalayan Mountains that Darjeeling displays cannot be accurately described in words. Tiger Hills is the highest point in Darjeeling that provides a heavenly picture of the Kanchenjunga.
If one is fortunate, one may get a glimpse of the eternally beautiful Mt. Everest on a clear day. The pleasant weather, clear blue sky and the meandering hilly roads will make a lifetime chance for you to breathe deep in the purity that is there in the Nature…something almost unfeasible in our populous and packed city life.
One of the most popular attractions in Darjeeling that allures and appeals to people of all age is the unique Toy Train. It has remained its charm over the years. The Toy Train takes about seven hours and the slow speed provides a golden opportunity to savor, relish and appreciate the nature’s bounty that Darjeeling has in abundance. Forests, waterfalls, valleys, tunnels and mountains; the trip on the Toy Train has it all.
The Mall is the meeting place in Darjeeling and houses a number of restaurants, hotels and shops.
Some places worth visiting are the Tenzing Norgay Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Batasia loop and the Senchal Lake. There are several places in and around Darjeeling that are famous destinations for short excursions. These are:
- Kurseong
- Kalimpong
- Sandakphu
- Phalut
- Takdlas
- Mirik
